The styloid process elongation syndrome (Eagle syndrome): a case report

J. Sela*, I. Abu el Naaj, M. Peled

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Abstract

Eagle syndrome is an aggregate of symptoms that includes recurrent throat pain, foreign body sensation, dysphagia, and/or facial pain as a direct result of an elongated styloid process or calcified stylohyoid ligament. The etiology is poorly understood and several theories have been proposed. The pathophysiological mechanism of symptoms is debated as well. Diagnosis is made both radiographically and by physical examination. Treatment of Eagle syndrome is either surgical or non surgical. A case report of temporomandibular joint pain that has been finally diagnosed as Eagle syndrome is presented and discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)44-45, 80
JournalRefuat Hapeh Vehashinayim
Volume20
Issue number1
StatePublished - Jan 2003
Externally publishedYes

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