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A rare cause of atypical facial pain

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This case illustrates a rare cause of facial pain due to glossopharyngeal neuralgia in a 66-year-old male patient. Imaging confirmed an aneurysm of the cervical internal carotid artery as the cause; the aneurysm itself, likely secondary to an elongated styloid process (Eagle's syndrome). The imaging findings and management options are discussed below.

Source: Clinical Medicine

DOI: 10.1016/j.clinme.2024.100254

Authors: Suzannah Hall, Kevin Michell, David Howlett

Institutions: Eastbourne District General Hospital, East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Language: English

Topic: Oropharyngeal Anatomy and Pathologies

Subfield: Otorhinolaryngology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,500