ISSN:
0942-0940
Keywords:
Keywords: Glossopharyngeal neuralgia; magnetic resonance; neuro-vascular conflict; vascular decompression.
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Summary We report two cases of glossopharyngeal neuralgia associated with a vascular loop of the postero-inferior cerebellar artery, diagnosed by magnetic resonance imaging. Reviewing the literature, we found this to be the first report of a magnetic resonance-validated vascular abnormality related to such a condition. One patient was cured by surgical decompression, confirming the role of the abnormal vessel in the pain. As with trigeminal neuralgia, a possible vascular aetiology should be considered in glossopharyngeal neuralgia.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s007010050183
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