Eagle’s Syndrome: A Case Report.
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 16, Issue 5
Abstract
Styloid process is a slender bony projection, refers to a mineralized styloid ligament of the temporal bone that projects downward and forward from the mandibular surface of the temporal bone. Average length of the styloid process is 20-25 mm. An elongated styloid process, as in eagle's syndrome leads to a plethora of symptoms, ranging from mild irritation in throat to stroke. Presenting a case report of eagle's syndrome managed surgically using diode laser.
Authors and Affiliations
Andrews Navin Kumar, Gaurav Dua, Seerat Rahman, Sandeep Mehta
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