Spontaneous ICA dissection presenting with 12th nerve palsy. Clinical and radiological considerations

J Neuroradiol. 1989;16(3):197-202.
[Article in English, French]

Abstract

Three cases of 12th nerve palsy due to dissection of the ICA are reported. The clinical and radiological features are described. The useful role played by MRI in the diagnosis is emphasised.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aortic Dissection / complications*
  • Aortic Dissection / diagnosis
  • Aortic Dissection / diagnostic imaging
  • Carotid Artery Diseases / complications*
  • Carotid Artery Diseases / diagnosis
  • Carotid Artery Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Carotid Artery, Internal
  • Cranial Nerve Diseases / etiology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypoglossal Nerve*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Paralysis / etiology*
  • Radiography