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| name = Jugular foramen syndrome | |||
| image = [[File:Brain_human_normal_inferior_view_with_labels_en-2.svg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Inferior view of the human brain, showing the location of the [[jugular foramen]] | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| synonyms = Vernet's syndrome | |||
| symptoms = [[Dysphonia]], [[dysphagia]], [[dysarthria]], [[loss of taste]] in the posterior third of the tongue, [[shoulder drop]] | |||
| complications = [[Aspiration pneumonia]], [[vocal cord paralysis]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Tumor]], [[trauma]], [[inflammation]], [[vascular lesions]] | |||
| risks = [[Head and neck cancer]], [[skull base surgery]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[MRI]], [[CT scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Glossopharyngeal neuralgia]], [[vagus nerve palsy]], [[hypoglossal nerve palsy]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgery]], [[radiotherapy]], [[steroids]], [[rehabilitation]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Jugular foramen syndrome''' is a medical condition characterized by the dysfunction of the ninth, tenth, and eleventh cranial nerves. It is also known as [[Vernet's syndrome]]. The syndrome is typically caused by lesions in the [[jugular foramen]] area of the skull. | '''Jugular foramen syndrome''' is a medical condition characterized by the dysfunction of the ninth, tenth, and eleventh cranial nerves. It is also known as [[Vernet's syndrome]]. The syndrome is typically caused by lesions in the [[jugular foramen]] area of the skull. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The most common causes of Jugular foramen syndrome include [[glomus jugulare]] tumors, [[schwannoma]], [[meningioma]], [[metastasis]], [[aneurysm]], [[infection]], and [[trauma]]. | The most common causes of Jugular foramen syndrome include [[glomus jugulare]] tumors, [[schwannoma]], [[meningioma]], [[metastasis]], [[aneurysm]], [[infection]], and [[trauma]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Jugular foramen syndrome are related to the dysfunction of the cranial nerves involved. These include: | The symptoms of Jugular foramen syndrome are related to the dysfunction of the cranial nerves involved. These include: | ||
* Difficulty swallowing ([[dysphagia]]) | * Difficulty swallowing ([[dysphagia]]) | ||
* Hoarseness | * Hoarseness | ||
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* [[Tinnitus]] | * [[Tinnitus]] | ||
* [[Vertigo]] | * [[Vertigo]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of Jugular foramen syndrome is based on the clinical symptoms and imaging studies. [[Magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI) and [[computed tomography]] (CT) scans are commonly used to identify the cause of the syndrome. | The diagnosis of Jugular foramen syndrome is based on the clinical symptoms and imaging studies. [[Magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI) and [[computed tomography]] (CT) scans are commonly used to identify the cause of the syndrome. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of Jugular foramen syndrome depends on the underlying cause. Surgical removal of the lesion is often necessary. [[Radiation therapy]] may also be used in some cases. | The treatment of Jugular foramen syndrome depends on the underlying cause. Surgical removal of the lesion is often necessary. [[Radiation therapy]] may also be used in some cases. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis of Jugular foramen syndrome varies depending on the underlying cause and the extent of nerve damage. Early diagnosis and treatment can improve the prognosis. | The prognosis of Jugular foramen syndrome varies depending on the underlying cause and the extent of nerve damage. Early diagnosis and treatment can improve the prognosis. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Cranial nerves]] | * [[Cranial nerves]] | ||
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* [[Schwannoma]] | * [[Schwannoma]] | ||
* [[Meningioma]] | * [[Meningioma]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Syndromes]] | [[Category:Syndromes]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
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| Jugular foramen syndrome | |
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| Synonyms | Vernet's syndrome |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Dysphonia, dysphagia, dysarthria, loss of taste in the posterior third of the tongue, shoulder drop |
| Complications | Aspiration pneumonia, vocal cord paralysis |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Tumor, trauma, inflammation, vascular lesions |
| Risks | Head and neck cancer, skull base surgery |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, MRI, CT scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Glossopharyngeal neuralgia, vagus nerve palsy, hypoglossal nerve palsy |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgery, radiotherapy, steroids, rehabilitation |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Jugular foramen syndrome is a medical condition characterized by the dysfunction of the ninth, tenth, and eleventh cranial nerves. It is also known as Vernet's syndrome. The syndrome is typically caused by lesions in the jugular foramen area of the skull.
Causes[edit]
The most common causes of Jugular foramen syndrome include glomus jugulare tumors, schwannoma, meningioma, metastasis, aneurysm, infection, and trauma.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Jugular foramen syndrome are related to the dysfunction of the cranial nerves involved. These include:
- Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
- Hoarseness
- Weakness of the shoulder (trapezius muscle weakness)
- Loss of sensation in the throat
- Paralysis of the vocal cords
- Tinnitus
- Vertigo
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of Jugular foramen syndrome is based on the clinical symptoms and imaging studies. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) scans are commonly used to identify the cause of the syndrome.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of Jugular foramen syndrome depends on the underlying cause. Surgical removal of the lesion is often necessary. Radiation therapy may also be used in some cases.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis of Jugular foramen syndrome varies depending on the underlying cause and the extent of nerve damage. Early diagnosis and treatment can improve the prognosis.
