scholarly journals Eagle’s Syndrome: Transoral Styloidectomy a Technique Modification Case Report

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Correct Diagnosis ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
Unknown Etiology ◽  
Eagle’S Syndrome ◽  
Anatomical Structures ◽  
History Of ◽  
Eagle Syndrome ◽  
Sixth Decade

Eagle’s Syndrome is a rare condition with unknown etiology that mainly affects female patients between the third and sixth decade of life. It was first described in 1937 by Dr. Watt W. Eagle, in a study carried out in a group of patients whose main symptom was cervicopharyngeal pain caused by elongation of the styloid process and/or calcification of the stylohyoid ligament [1]. The diagnosis of this pathology is based on the anamnesis and physical examination together with imaging exams of the patients. Cervicofacial pain, palpation of the styloid process in the tonsillar fossa and limitation in neck mobility are the most classic signs and symptoms of this disease [2]. Due to the nonspecific symptoms present in these patients, this disease is usually underdiagnosed and confused with temporomandibular disorders, cervical myalgias, and even being diagnosed as atypical trigeminal neuralgias [3]. For this reason, clinical examination and imaging exams, are indispensable for the correct diagnosis and evaluation of anatomical structures [3]. We present a case of a woman with a history of eagle syndrome which was diagnosed and treated at the Hospital clinico metropolitano El Carmen Santiago, Chile.

scholarly journals An Asymptomatic and Overelongated Styloid Process

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emrah Soylu ◽  
Ahmet Altan ◽  
Ahmet Ercan Sekerci ◽  
Nıhat Akbulut
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Present Report ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
Anatomical Structures ◽  
Elongated Styloid Process ◽  
Eagle Syndrome

Elongation of the styloid process is a rare condition. Only 4% of patients have clinical symptoms where elongated styloid process (ESP) occasionally irritates or disrupts adjacent anatomical structures, which is called Eagle syndrome. This present report was aimed at reporting an asymptomatic ESP with unusual width and length.

scholarly journals Eagle’s Syndrome Presenting As Unilateral Pain In The Anterolateral Neck And Referred Otalgia

2018 ◽  
Vol 09 (01) ◽  
pp. 77-79
Author(s):  
Waseem Mehmood Nizamani ◽  
Ameet Jesrani ◽  
Mujtaba Khan ◽  
Kalthoum Tlili ◽  
Nader Al Khuraish ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multislice Computed Tomography ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
Maximum Intensity ◽  
Eagle’S Syndrome ◽  
Anatomical Structures ◽  
Body Sensation ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Stylohyoid Ligament ◽  
Maximum Intensity Projections

Eagles syndrome or stylohyoid syndrome is a rare condition where slender elongated temporal styloid process or ossified stylohyoid ligament manifest a wide range of symptoms including otalgia, dysphagia, foreign body sensation in throat, pain in retrogonia or along anterolateral neck. It occurs mostly unilaterally however bilateral cases are also reported. Multislice computed tomography with maximum intensity projections reconstructions is used for diagnosis and management purposes. It also aids to see its compressive effect on adjacent anatomical structures

scholarly journals Eagle’s Syndrome as a Cause of Discomfort and the Subjective Presence of a Foreign Body in the Throat

Diagnostics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 1832
Author(s):  
Irena Wolińska ◽  
Przemysław Jaźwiec ◽  
Maria Pawłowska ◽  
Paweł Gać ◽  
Rafał Poręba ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Body ◽  
Carotid Arteries ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
Foreign Body Sensation ◽  
Eagle’S Syndrome ◽  
Elongated Styloid Process ◽  
Body Sensation ◽  
Eagle Syndrome ◽  
Craniofacial Pain

Eagle syndrome consists of symptoms resulting from the elongation and excessive calcification of the styloid process of the temporal bone and calcification of the ligaments associated with this process. The main symptoms of this syndrome are the feeling of a foreign body in the throat, dysphagia and pain localized in the temporomandibular region, neck and ear. The authors describe the case report of a previously healthy 39-year-old Caucasian male that complained of discomfort and foreign body sensation in his throat. Computed tomography (CT) showed the presence of an elongated styloid process bilaterally with clear predomination at the left side. The patient underwent laryngological and surgical consultation. Due to the lack of symptoms related to the compression of the carotid arteries, no surgery was recommended. In summary, Eagle’s syndrome is a rare condition characterized by craniofacial pain or foreign body sensation that should be considered, especially if the pain is unilateral. CT imaging in his case was a perfect tool and enabled a suitable diagnosis of this rare syndrome.

scholarly journals A rare case report of Eagle’s syndrome complicated with chronic mouth opening, its management and complete rehabilitation; dental perspective

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 297
Author(s):  
A. Navin Kumar ◽  
Bhushan Kumar ◽  
Gaurav Dua ◽  
Sandeep Mehta
Keyword(s):  
Mouth Opening ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Clinical Problem ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
Postoperative Management ◽  
Temporal Region ◽  
Eagle’S Syndrome ◽  
Wide Mouth ◽  
Custom Made

<p>Eagle’s syndrome is a rare condition of either elongated styloid process or ossification of its ligaments; which is less appreciated and often ignored condition by clinicians because of its vague symptoms which can be easily confused with other oral or paraoral conditions presenting with similar signs and symptoms. Since it is not a routine clinical problem, it is not given the first priority thought while diagnosing such a case; especially in the absence of sound clinical knowledge and good radiographs. This article is aimed to summarize unusual clinical presentations, diagnosis and standardized tonsil-sparing trans-oral surgical approach for Eagle’s Syndrome case and its unique postoperative management. A<strong> </strong>80 years old female patient presented with the tendency of uncontrolled wide mouth opening with severe pain in both ears, temporal region; submandibular area extending up to back of neck with intensity on right side. The patient was diagnosed as a case of the Eagle’s syndrome with a unique finding of pain relief on wide mouth opening. The patient was operated for bilateral styloidectomy followed by postsurgical rehabilitation with custom made chin cup appliance and mouth opening exercises. </p>

Eagle Syndrome: an underdiagnosed cause of orofacial pain

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. e238161
Author(s):  
João Ferreira de Barros ◽  
Maria Vieira Rodrigues ◽  
Leonor Aurélio Barroso ◽  
Isabel Cruz Amado
Keyword(s):  
Orofacial Pain ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
High Clinical Suspicion ◽  
Body Sensation ◽  
Cervical Approach ◽  
Considerable Length ◽  
Eagle Syndrome

Eagle Syndrome (ES), also termed stylohyoid syndrome or styloid syndrome, is a rare condition characterised by a cluster of symptoms related to an elongation of the styloid process (SP) of the temporal bone. These may range from mild pharyngeal foreign body sensation and dysphagia to severe orofacial pain. High clinical suspicion is necessary owing to the unspecific clinical picture and limited diagnostic clues. Until a definitive diagnosis is achieved, these patients may develop symptoms which significantly impact their quality of life. The aim of this article is to report a case of ES in which a considerable length of SP was documented. Diagnosis was made years after the initial complaints and several medical workups by different specialties. Surgical resection of the elongated process by cervical approach was the adopted treatment modality. Patient recovery and follow-up was satisfactory, with remission of the afflicting symptoms.

scholarly journals Surgical treatment of Eagle’s Syndrome through intraoral access: a case report and literature review

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-21
Author(s):  
Rodrigo Cristhian Avelino Bezerra ◽  
Jonas Nogueira Ferreira Maciel Gusmão ◽  
Bruno Frota Amora Silva ◽  
Rodrigo Lemos Alves ◽  
Eliardo Silveira Santos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Surgical Treatment ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Facial Pain ◽  
Clinical Case ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
Eagle’S Syndrome ◽  
Intraoral Approach ◽  
Eagle Syndrome ◽  
Review Study

The styloid process is a bone projection that originates in the tympanic portion of the temporal bone. The enlongation of the styloid process, or the ossification of the styloid process, can originate a series of symptoms such as dysphagia, odynophagia, facial pain, otalgia, headache, tinnitus and trismus, establishing the clinical picture of Eagle Syndrome. In this report, we present an important clinical case of adult patient diagnosed with Eagle’s Syndrome who underwent surgery for reduction of the enlongated styloid process, by intraoral approach, added to a literature review study.

scholarly journals Extraoral Sinus Tracts of Odontogenic Origin: A Case Series

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ellahe Azizlou ◽  
Mohsen AminSobhani ◽  
Sholeh Ghabraei ◽  
Mehrfam Khoshkhounejad ◽  
Abdollah Ghorbanzadeh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Correct Diagnosis ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Complete Recovery ◽  
Cutaneous Lesions ◽  
Odontogenic Origin ◽  
The Face ◽  
History Of ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
Dental Infections

Extraoral sinus tracts of odontogenic origin often develop as the result of misdiagnosis of persistent dental infections due to trauma, caries, or periodontal disease. Due to these lesions' imitation from cutaneous lesions, misdiagnosis, and mismanagement, which we frequently encounter, this article aims to describe four cases with manifestations in different parts of the face and the neck. Patients were referred to an endodontist with a history of several surgical procedures and/or antibiotic therapy due to misdiagnosis. After comprehensive examinations, root canal treatment was performed. The resolution of signs and symptoms during the follow-up period confirmed the correct diagnosis. Dermatologists and other physicians should be aware of the possibility of the relationship of extraoral sinus tracts with dental infections. Precise examination and taking a comprehensive history can aid to prevent unnecessary and incorrect therapeutic and/or pharmaceutical interventions. Elimination of dental infection leads to complete recovery in such patients.

scholarly journals Eagle syndrome as a rare cause of recurrent transient ischemic stroke in Senegal (West Africa)

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (9) ◽  
pp. 1534
Author(s):  
Birame Loum ◽  
Cheikh Ahmedou Lame ◽  
Cheikhna B. Ndiaye ◽  
Kamadore Toure ◽  
Mouhamadou Mansour Ndiaye
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Ischemic Stroke ◽  
Carotid Artery ◽  
Internal Carotid Artery ◽  
Internal Carotid ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
Neurological Impairment ◽  
Vascular Events ◽  
Eagle Syndrome

<p>Eagle syndrome is a rare condition, often characterized by nonspecific symptoms. It is due to an abnormally long or compressive styloid process on surrounding structures. Exceptionally, it can cause neuro-vascular manifestations. We report an observation of Eagle syndrome discovered incidentally in presence of recurrent transient ischemic stroke. A 74-year-old man with no cardiovascular risk factors, was admitted to our department following 4 episodes of transient ischemic stroke with right hemiplegia and aphasia, always rapidly resolving. Head and neck CT scan showed 2 long styloid processes with a marked impingement of the left one against the ipsilateral internal carotid artery. Intraoral styloidectomy was performed. The patient recovered fully and remained free of symptoms without neurological impairment, at 6 months. Eagle syndrome is a rare condition which may lead, exceptionally, to repetitive transient ischemic stroke. Surgical styloidectomy must be considered to reduce the risk of new vascular events and prevent serious complications such as dissection of the internal carotid artery.</p>

Own experience in the diagnosis and treatment of elongated styloid process syndrome

2020 ◽  
Vol 74 (6) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Magdalena Wacławek ◽  
Piotr Pietkiewicz ◽  
Piotr Niewiadomski ◽  
Jurek Olszewski
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Time ◽  
Correct Diagnosis ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
The Body ◽  
Eagle’S Syndrome ◽  
Elongated Styloid Process ◽  
Intraoral Approach ◽  
Cosmetic Effect ◽  
Male Patients ◽  
Medical University

<b>Introduction:</b> The aim of the study was to present selected cases with Eagle’s syndrome diagnosed and treated at the Department of Otolaryngology, Laryngological Oncology, Audiology and Phoniatrics, Medical University of Lodz, in the years 2016–2020. <br><b>Material and method:</b> Five selected clinical cases with Eagle’s syndrome are presented, including three male patients and two female patients, aged 28 to 42 years. <br><b>Results:</b> The prevalence of Eagle’s syndrome was similar for both female and male patients. The carotid artery syndrome, which is characterized by: visual disturbances, unilateral pain located along cervical vessels, headache and migraine, was more common. Lack of proper diagnosis of Eagle’s syndrome often significantly delays the implementation of proper treatment and thus exposes patients to long-term struggle with pain. Our observations have shown that the time between the onset of symptoms and correct diagnosis in patients averaged about five years. 3D-CT scan is the gold standard for detecting Eagle’s syndrome. An intraoral approach was used in surgical treatment. Although this approach offers shorter treatment time and better cosmetic effect, there is also a greater risk of complications associated with limited visibility of the surgical field and infection. <br><b>Conclusions:</b> Although styloid syndrome usually occurs bilaterally, these patients reported unilateral symptoms. No correlations were found between the prevalence of Eagle’s syndrome and sex, the length of the styloid process or age, nor side of the body. The best healing effect is obtained by surgical correction/reduction of the elongated styloid process.

scholarly journals Eagle syndrome – An overview

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kavitaa Nedunchezhian
Keyword(s):  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Styloid Process ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Eagle Syndrome

Eagle syndrome represents symptoms brought about by compression of vital neurovascular and muscular elements adjoining the styloid process because of the elongation of styloid process or ossification of the stylohyoid or stylomandibular ligament. It is crucial for dentists, otolaryngologists and neurologists to be aware of the elongation of the styloid process and associated signs and symptoms. This article reviews the aetiopathogenesis, classification, investigative procedures and treatment modalities associated with Eagle syndrome.

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