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Ophthalmoparesis secondary to stiff-person syndrome - a case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Stiff-Person syndrome is a rare neuro-immunological condition predominantly affecting proximal and axial limb muscles, with a higher incidence in females aged between the third and seventh decades of life. Ophthalmological involvement is a significant aspect, often correlated with cerebellar dysfunction and various nystagmus forms. A 53 year-old female with a history of hypothyroidism and rectal polypectomy, presenting with diplopia, dizziness, and postural instability, eventually diagnosed with Stiff-Person syndrome. Treatment involves medications like diazepam and gabapentin, besides intravenous immunoglobulin therapy [...]

Source: Revista Brasileira de Oftalmologia

DOI: 10.37039/1982.8551.20250040

Authors: Henrique Rabelo de Azeredo, Bruno Silveira Santana, Ricardo Cardoso de Matos, Eric Pinheiro de Andrade

Institution: Hospital do Servidor Público Estadual

Language: English

Topic: Autoimmune Neurological Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411671910