Pregnancy and Chiari - 2015

Hi gang. There's so much debate (on this site and throughout the internet) on C-section (with general anesthesia to avoid increased ICP with epidural) or vaginal delivery. I found very few articles in the medical literature on this and only one case review: http://asap.org/index.php/disorders/pregnancy-and-chiari-malformation/

Both my PCP and my neurologist recommend C-section. My neurosurgeon's nurse says it's up to me. I haven't told me neurosurgeon (who is also a medical colleague) that I'm pregnant yet but will update you on his opinion soon.

I'm curious as to how other women and made the decision of c-section vs vaginal birth.

I am due March 3 and am seeing a high risk team and will need a scheduled c section as well. I hate to think about the recovery and effects of one but I know it is the best option for me. Please let me know if you hear that a vaginal birth may be do able! Good luck!