Abstract
We report the case of a 45-year-old female who presented with chronic neck pain primarily left sided, globus sensation, and dysphagia for several years. Bilateral elongated styloid processes were identified on CT scan completed prior to the visit. Clinical and radiographic features were consistent with bilateral Eagle syndrome. Eagle syndrome can manifest as a constellation of symptoms characterized by throat and neck pain aggravated by rotation of the head, globus sensation of the throat, dysphagia, headache, tinnitus, syncope, or transient ischemic attacks in some cases. The objective of this case report was to discuss the features of Eagle syndrome and outline the importance of clinician awareness of this condition. Diagnosis and treatment of Eagle syndrome may be challenging due to low prevalence and nonspecific presenting symptoms. Interdisciplinary medical management is the most advantageous approach to providing optimal patient outcomes.
Recommended Citation
Mutsch KM, Zamulko A. Bilateral Eagle Syndrome: A Surprising Cause of Neck Pain. Aesculapius. 2024 Dec 31; 5(1):Article 6. Available from: https://red.library.usd.edu/aesculapius/vol5/iss1/6. Free full text article.
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