Horner Syndrome
A syndrome associated with defective sympathetic innervation to one side of the face, including the eye. Clinical features include MIOSIS; mild BLEPHAROPTOSIS; and hemifacial ANHIDROSIS (decreased sweating)(see HYPOHIDROSIS). Lesions of the BRAIN STEM; cervical SPINAL CORD; first thoracic nerve root; apex of the LUNG; CAROTID ARTERY; CAVERNOUS SINUS; and apex of the ORBIT may cause this condition. (From Miller et al., Clinical Neuro-Ophthalmology, 4th ed, pp500-11)
Abducens Nerve Diseases
Diseases of the sixth cranial (abducens) nerve or its nucleus in the pons. The nerve may be injured along its course in the pons, intracranially as it travels along the base of the brain, in the cavernous sinus, or at the level of superior orbital fissure or orbit. Dysfunction of the nerve causes lateral rectus muscle weakness, resulting in horizontal diplopia that is maximal when the affected eye is abducted and ESOTROPIA. Common conditions associated with nerve injury include INTRACRANIAL HYPERTENSION; CRANIOCEREBRAL TRAUMA; ISCHEMIA; and INFRATENTORIAL NEOPLASMS.
Mydriasis
Isolated Horner's syndrome and syringomyelia. (1/97)
Although syringomyelia has been associated with Horner's syndrome, it is typically associated with other neurological findings such as upper limb weakness or numbness. A patient is described who had an isolated Horner's syndrome as the only manifestation of syringomyelia. A 76 year old woman was discovered to have right upper lid ptosis and right pupillary miosis. Neurological examination was unremarkable, and pharmacological testing was consistent with localisation of the lesion to a first or second order sympathetic neuron. Neuroimaging disclosed a Chiari I malformation with a syrinx extending to the C2 to C4 level. An isolated Horner's syndrome may be the presenting manifestation of syringomyelia. (+info)Course and distribution of facial corticobulbar tract fibres in the lower brain stem. (2/97)
The course and distribution of the facial corticobulbar tract (CBT) was examined by correlating MRI of brain stem lesions with neurological symptoms and signs including central (C-FP) or peripheral facial paresis (P-FP) in 70 patients with localised infarction of the lower brain stem. C-FP occurred more often in patients with lesions of the lower pons or upper medulla of the ventromedial brain stem. Some patients with dorsolateral infarcts of the upper medulla to the lower pons showed C-FP, mostly on the lesion side. P-FP on the side of the lesion was also seen in patients with dorsolateral involvement of the lower pons. Patients with ventromedial infarction of the brain stem showed paresis of extremities contralateral to the lesion. Specific neurological symptoms and signs such as dysphagia, vertigo, nystagmus, Horner's syndrome, ipsilateral cerebellar ataxia, and contralateral superficial sensory impairment were seen in patients with dorsolateral infarcts of the brain stem. It is hypothesised that the facial CBT descends at the ventromedial lower pons, near the corticospinal tract, mainly to the level of the upper medulla, where the fibres then decussate and ascend in the dorsolateral medulla to synapse in the contralateral facial nucleus. (+info)First rib fracture: a hallmark of severe trauma. (3/97)
First rib fractures occurred in 55 patients. This injury is a harbinger of major trauma with 35 patients suffering a major chest injury, and abdominal and cardiac injuries occurring in 18 and eight patients respectively. The mortality associated with this injury was high (36.3%). Neurologic lesions accounted for the majority of deaths, however, unrecognized abdominal injuries and pulmonary complications were significant causes of mortality. Brachial plexus injury (5) and Horner's syndrome (3) occurred in survivors. Three patients had an associated injury of the subclavian artery, and the importance of this association is stressed. One late-developing post-traumatic thoracic outlet syndrome occurred. A fracture of the first rib is a hallmark of severe trauma; its presence should alert the clinician to: 1) generalized massive trauma with abdominal, chest, and cardiac injuries; 2) local injury to the subclavian artery and brachial plexus and; 3) necessity of long-term followup for late-developing sequelae. (+info)A case of Brown-Sequard syndrome with associated Horner's syndrome after blunt injury to the cervical spine. (4/97)
A 26 year old motorcyclist was received by the trauma team in our accident and emergency department after a head on collision with a motor vehicle. He had been correctly immobilised and his primary survey was essentially normal. He was alert and orientated with a Glasgow Coma score of 15 and had no symptoms or signs of spinal injury. His cervical spine radiography was also normal. Neurological examination however, revealed anisocoria, his left pupil being smaller than his right, and a Brown-Sequard syndrome, with a sensory level at C6. Immobilisation was maintained and he was transferred to the regional neurosurgical centre where magnetic resonance imaging revealed a contusion of the left half of the spinal cord adjacent to the 6th cervical vertebrae. Computed tomography revealed no bony injury but spinal column instability was demonstrated after flexion-extension spinal views and he underwent surgery to fuse his spine at the C5-C6 level. This report highlights the necessity to observe strict ATLS guidelines. This must include a thorough examination of the central and peripheral nervous system where spinal injury is suspected, even in the absence of radiographic abnormality and neck pain. This article also presents the unusual phenomena of Brown-Sequard syndrome and unilateral Horner's syndrome after blunt traumatic injury to the cervical spine. (+info)Isolated abducens nerve paresis associated with incomplete Horner's syndrome caused by petrous apex fracture--case report and anatomical study. (5/97)
A 17-year-old male presented with a wound on the right temporal region, oozing hemorrhagic necrotic brain tissue and cerebrospinal fluid, following a fall. Computed tomography showed temporoparietal and petrous apex fractures on the right. Neurological examination revealed abducens nerve paresis, ptosis, and myosis on the right side. The patient was treated surgically for the removal of the free bony fragments at the fracture site and to close the dural tear. The abducens nerve paresis, ptosis, and myosis persisted at the 3rd monthly postoperative follow-up examination. The anatomy of the abducens nerve at the petroclival region was studied in four cadaveric heads. Two silicone-injected heads were used for microsurgical dissections and two for histological sections. The abducens nerve has three different angulations in the petroclival region, located at the dural entrance porus, the petrous apex, and the lateral wall of the cavernous segment of the internal carotid artery. The abducens nerve had fine anastomoses with the trigeminal nerve and the periarterial sympathetic plexus. There were fibrous connections extending inside the venous space of the petroclival area. The abducens nerve seems to be vulnerable to damage in the petroclival region, either directly by trauma to its dural porus and petrous apex or indirectly by stretching of the nerve through the nervous and/or fibrous connections. Concurrent functional loss of the abducens nerve and the periarterial sympathetic plexus clinically manifested as incomplete Horner's syndrome in our patient. (+info)Agenesis of the internal carotid artery associated with aortic arch anomaly in a patient with congenital Horner's syndrome. (6/97)
We report a rare case of agenesis of the left internal carotid artery (ICA) and an aortic arch anomaly that presented with ipsilateral congenital Horner's syndrome. Digital subtraction angiography revealed left ICA agenesis shortly after its origin and anastomosis between the left maxillary artery and the supraclinoid segment of the left ICA. Aortography of the aortic arch revealed the right subclavian artery arising as the first branch of a left aortic arch, followed by a bicarotid trunk and a left subclavian artery. High resolution CT of the skull base revealed the absence of the left carotid channel, consistent with congenital agenesis of the ICA. (+info)Trigeminal and polyradiculoneuritis in a dog presenting with masticatory muscle atrophy and Horner's syndrome. (7/97)
A 9-year-old, spayed female, Airedale Terrier was euthanatized and necropsied after a progressive clinical course that included Horner's syndrome of the left eye and unilateral atrophy of the masticatory muscles. Although gross lesions were limited, a polyradiculoneuritis and ganglionitis that was most severe in the trigeminal nerves and ganglia were confirmed histologically. The inflammatory infiltrate consisted predominantly of macrophages and B and T lymphocytes that were phenotypically confirmed by immunostaining. Horner's syndrome was the result of damage to postganglionic sympathetic fibers that were incorporated in segments of the inflamed trigeminal nerve and its ophthalmic branch. Histologically, the character and distribution of the inflammation was similar to previously described syndromes of suspected immune-mediated etiology in humans and animals. (+info)Artemin is a vascular-derived neurotropic factor for developing sympathetic neurons. (8/97)
Artemin (ARTN) is a member of the GDNF family of ligands and signals through the Ret/GFRalpha3 receptor complex. Characterization of ARTN- and GFRalpha3-deficient mice revealed similar abnormalities in the migration and axonal projection pattern of the entire sympathetic nervous system. This resulted in abnormal innervation of target tissues and consequent cell death due to deficiencies of target-derived neurotrophic support. ARTN is expressed along blood vessels and in cells nearby to sympathetic axonal projections. In the developing vasculature, ARTN is expressed in smooth muscle cells of the vessels, and it acts as a guidance factor that encourages sympathetic fibers to follow blood vessels as they project toward their final target tissues. The chemoattractive properties of ARTN were confirmed by the demonstration that sympathetic neuroblasts migrate and project axons toward ARTN-soaked beads implanted into mouse embryos. (+info)Horner Syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by the triad of ptosis, miosis, and anhidrosis, resulting from disruption of the oculosympathetic pathway, often idiopathic but can be associated with various etiologies such as tumors, trauma, or vascular events.
Horner syndrome, also known as Horner's syndrome or oculosympathetic palsy, is a neurological disorder characterized by the interruption of sympathetic nerve pathways that innervate the head and neck, leading to a constellation of signs affecting the eye and face on one side of the body.
The classic triad of symptoms includes:
1. Ptosis (drooping) of the upper eyelid: This is due to the weakness or paralysis of the levator palpebrae superioris muscle, which is responsible for elevating the eyelid.
2. Miosis (pupillary constriction): The affected pupil becomes smaller in size compared to the other side, and it may not react as robustly to light.
3. Anhydrosis (decreased sweating): There is reduced or absent sweating on the ipsilateral (same side) of the face, particularly around the forehead and upper eyelid.
Horner syndrome can be caused by various underlying conditions, such as brainstem stroke, tumors, trauma, or certain medical disorders affecting the sympathetic nervous system. The diagnosis typically involves a thorough clinical examination, pharmacological testing, and sometimes imaging studies to identify the underlying cause. Treatment is directed towards managing the underlying condition responsible for Horner syndrome.
Abducens nerve diseases refer to conditions that affect the sixth cranial nerve, causing dysfunction in the lateral rectus muscle and resulting in horizontal diplopia or strabismus.
The abducens nerve, also known as the sixth cranial nerve, is responsible for controlling the lateral rectus muscle of the eye, which enables the eye to move outward. Abducens nerve diseases refer to conditions that affect this nerve and can result in various symptoms, primarily affecting eye movement.
Here are some medical definitions related to abducens nerve diseases:
1. Abducens Nerve Palsy: A condition characterized by weakness or paralysis of the abducens nerve, causing difficulty in moving the affected eye outward. This results in double vision (diplopia), especially when gazing towards the side of the weakened nerve. Abducens nerve palsy can be congenital, acquired, or caused by various factors such as trauma, tumors, aneurysms, infections, or diseases like diabetes and multiple sclerosis.
2. Sixth Nerve Palsy: Another term for abducens nerve palsy, referring to the weakness or paralysis of the sixth cranial nerve.
3. Internuclear Ophthalmoplegia (INO): A neurological condition affecting eye movement, often caused by a lesion in the medial longitudinal fasciculus (MLF), a bundle of nerve fibers that connects the abducens nucleus with the oculomotor nucleus. INO results in impaired adduction (inward movement) of the eye on the side of the lesion and nystagmus (involuntary eye movements) of the abducting eye on the opposite side when attempting to look towards the side of the lesion.
4. One-and-a-Half Syndrome: A rare neurological condition characterized by a combination of INO and internuclear ophthalmoplegia with horizontal gaze palsy on the same side, caused by damage to both the abducens nerve and the paramedian pontine reticular formation (PPRF). This results in limited or no ability to move the eyes towards the side of the lesion and impaired adduction of the eye on the opposite side.
5. Brainstem Encephalitis: Inflammation of the brainstem, which can affect the abducens nerve and other cranial nerves, leading to various neurological symptoms such as diplopia (double vision), ataxia (loss of balance and coordination), and facial weakness. Brainstem encephalitis can be caused by infectious agents, autoimmune disorders, or paraneoplastic syndromes.
6. Multiple Sclerosis (MS): An autoimmune disorder characterized by inflammation and demyelination of the central nervous system, including the brainstem and optic nerves. MS can cause various neurological symptoms, such as diplopia, nystagmus, and INO, due to damage to the abducens nerve and other cranial nerves.
7. Wernicke's Encephalopathy: A neurological disorder caused by thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency, often seen in alcoholics or individuals with malnutrition. Wernicke's encephalopathy can affect the brainstem and cause various symptoms such as diplopia, ataxia, confusion, and oculomotor abnormalities.
8. Pontine Glioma: A rare type of brain tumor that arises from the glial cells in the pons (a part of the brainstem). Pontine gliomas can cause various neurological symptoms such as diplopia, facial weakness, and difficulty swallowing due to their location in the brainstem.
9. Brainstem Cavernous Malformation: A benign vascular lesion that arises from the small blood vessels in the brainstem. Brainstem cavernous malformations can cause various neurological symptoms such as diplopia, ataxia, and facial weakness due to their location in the brainstem.
10. Pituitary Adenoma: A benign tumor that arises from the pituitary gland, located at the base of the brain. Large pituitary adenomas can compress the optic nerves and cause various visual symptoms such as diplopia, visual field defects, and decreased vision.
11. Craniopharyngioma: A benign tumor that arises from the remnants of the Rathke's pouch, a structure that gives rise to the anterior pituitary gland. Craniopharyngiomas can cause various neurological and endocrine symptoms such as diplopia, visual field defects, headaches, and hormonal imbalances due to their location near the optic nerves and pituitary gland.
12. Meningioma: A benign tumor that arises from the meninges, the protective covering of the brain and spinal cord. Meningiomas can cause various neurological symptoms such as diplopia, headaches, and seizures depending on their location in the brain or spinal cord.
13. Chordoma: A rare type of malignant tumor that arises from the remnants of the notochord, a structure that gives rise to the spine during embryonic development. Chordomas can cause various neurological and endocrine symptoms such as diplopia, visual field defects, headaches, and hormonal imbalances due to their location near the brainstem and spinal cord.
14. Metastatic Brain Tumors: Malignant tumors that spread from other parts of the body to the brain. Metastatic brain tumors can cause various neurological symptoms such as diplopia, headaches, seizures, and cognitive impairment depending on their location in the brain.
15. Other Rare Brain Tumors: There are many other rare types of brain tumors that can cause diplopia or other neurological symptoms, including gliomas, ependymomas, pineal region tumors, and others. These tumors require specialized diagnosis and treatment by neuro-oncologists and neurosurgeons with expertise in these rare conditions.
In summary, diplopia can be caused by various brain tumors, including pituitary adenomas, meningiomas, chordomas, metastatic brain tumors, and other rare types of tumors. It is important to seek medical attention promptly if you experience diplopia or other neurological symptoms, as early diagnosis and treatment can improve outcomes and quality of life.
Mydriasis is a medical term that refers to the abnormal dilation or widening of the pupil, which can occur due to various factors such as emotional responses, certain medications, or underlying health conditions.
Mydriasis is a medical term that refers to the dilation or enlargement of the pupil, which is the black circular opening in the center of the iris (the colored part) of the eye. The pupil normally adjusts its size in response to changes in light levels and emotional state. In mydriasis, the pupil becomes widely dilated and less responsive to light. This can occur naturally due to factors such as strong emotions, fear, or physical exertion, but it can also be caused by certain medications, eye drops, or medical conditions like brain injuries or neurological disorders. It is important to note that mydriasis can affect one or both eyes and may have different clinical significance depending on the context.
Internal carotid artery dissection is a medical condition characterized by the separation of the inner layers of the internal carotid artery wall, resulting in the formation of a false lumen and possible occlusion or aneurysm formation, which can lead to cerebral infarction or embolism.
A carotid artery, internal, dissection is a medical condition that affects the internal carotid artery, which is a major blood vessel in the neck that supplies oxygenated blood to the brain. In this condition, there is a separation (dissection) of the layers of the artery wall, causing blood to accumulate in the space between the layers. This can lead to narrowing or blockage of the artery, reducing blood flow to the brain and increasing the risk of stroke. Internal carotid artery dissection can be caused by trauma, high blood pressure, connective tissue disorders, or spontaneously. Symptoms may include neck pain, headache, facial pain, visual disturbances, weakness or numbness in the arms or legs, difficulty speaking or understanding speech, and dizziness or loss of balance.
Horner's syndrome - Wikipedia
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- Signs that are found in people with Horner's syndrome on the affected side of the face include the following: ptosis (drooping of the upper eyelid) anhidrosis (decreased sweating) miosis (constriction of the pupil) Enophthalmos (sinking of the eyeball into the face) inability to completely close or open the eyelid facial flushing headaches loss of ciliospinal reflex bloodshot conjunctiva, depending on the site of lesion. (wikipedia.org)
- Horner syndrome (Horner's syndrome or oculosympathetic paresis) results from an interruption of the sympathetic nerve supply to the eye and is characterized by the classic triad of miosis (ie, constricted pupil), partial ptosis , and loss of hemifacial sweating (ie, anhidrosis), as well as enophthalmos (sinking of the eyeball into the bony cavity that protects the eye). (medscape.com)
- Horner syndrome is ptosis, miosis, and anhidrosis due to dysfunction of cervical sympathetic output. (msdmanuals.com)
- Symptoms of Horner syndrome include ptosis, miosis, anhidrosis, and hyperemia of the affected side. (msdmanuals.com)
- Horner syndrome (HS) is a neurological disorder characterized by a symptom triad of miosis (an abnormally small pupil ), partial ptosis (drooping of the upper eyelid ), and facial anhidrosis (absence of sweating). (amboss.com)
- To the Editor: Horner's syndrome consists of ptosis, meiosis, and anhidrosis and may result from any lesion that interrupts the oculosympathetic pathway in its course from the brain stem to the eye. (elsevierpure.com)
- The presence of a lesion at any point along the oculosympathetic pathway results in Horner syndrome, which is characterized clinically by ipsilateral miosis (from unantagonized action of the iris sphincter), facial anhidrosis, ipsilateral upper eyelid ptosis, and mild lower eyelid elevation (upside-down ptosis). (aao.org)
- Horner syndrome is characterized by drooping of the upper eyelid (ptosis) on the affected side, a constricted pupil in the affected eye (miosis) resulting in unequal pupil size (anisocoria), and absent sweating (anhidrosis) on the affected side of the face. (blogspot.com)
- According to the Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center (GARD) website, Horner's Syndrome is a rare condition characterized by miosis (constriction of the pupil), ptosis (drooping of the upper eyelid) and anhidrosis (absence of sweating of the face). (hornerssyndromefoundation.com)
- Symptoms of Horner's Syndrome typically include drooping of the upper eyelid (ptosis), constriction of the pupil (miosis), sinking of the eyeball into the face and decreased sweating on the affected side of the face ( anhidrosis ). (hornerssyndromefoundation.com)
- The typical presentation of Horner syndrome includes unilateral ptosis and miosis. (chop.edu)
- This type of ptosis often results directly from conditions such as Horner syndrome or third cranial nerve palsy. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Symptoms18
- Horner's syndrome, also known as oculosympathetic paresis, is a combination of symptoms that arises when a group of nerves known as the sympathetic trunk is damaged. (wikipedia.org)
- Since Horner's syndrome is a greater accumulation of symptoms related to a disease, treatment, and prognosis will depend on the cause of the symptoms. (epainassist.com)
- Problems with the function of these nerves cause the signs and symptoms of Horner syndrome. (blogspot.com)
- The signs and symptoms of Horner syndrome can also occur during a migraine headache. (blogspot.com)
- When the headache is gone, the signs and symptoms of Horner syndrome usually also go away. (blogspot.com)
- Usually, symptoms associated with Horner's syndrome affect only one side of the face. (bhaskarhealth.com)
- The symptoms associated with Horner's syndrome, in and of themselves, generally do not cause significant problems with a person's health or vision. (bhaskarhealth.com)
- What are the symptoms and causes of Horner's syndrome? (bhaskarhealth.com)
- The diagnosis of Horner's syndrome may be complex, since other disorders may cause similar symptoms. (bhaskarhealth.com)
- A syndrome is a collection of symptoms that have significance when they go together. (vin.com)
- Horner's Syndrome consists of the set of signs and symptoms which manifest due to the blockade of the ipsilateral sympathetic pathway that innervates head, face and eye. (clinmedjournals.org)
- Pancoast syndrome is a term that describes symptoms of this disease. (everythingask.com)
- Pancoast tumors often have unique symptoms known as " Pancoast syndrome," which consists of pain in the shoulder and the inside of the arm and hand. (everythingask.com)
- Horner's Syndrome is a complex neurological condition that manifests through a distinct set of symptoms, primarily affecting the eye and face. (watchdoq.com)
- This article delves into the intricate world of Horner's Syndrome, exploring its causes, symptoms, and available treatment options. (watchdoq.com)
- Damage along this pathway can lead to the unique symptoms observed in Horner's Syndrome. (watchdoq.com)
- Horner's syndrome in cats describes a combination of symptoms, it is not a disease in itself. (cats.com)
- Primary care physicians should be alert for possible presenting signs and symptoms of childhood malignancy, particularly in patients with Down syndrome or other congenital and familial conditions associated with an increased risk of cancer. (aafp.org)
Johann Friedr2
- Johann Friedrich Horner, an ophthalmologist from Switzerland first described Horner's syndrome in 1869. (epainassist.com)
- Johann Friedrich Horner (1831-1886). (myendoconsult.com)
Anisocoria10
- Neurological examination however, revealed anisocoria, his left pupil being smaller than his right, and a Brown-Sequard syndrome, with a sensory level at C6. (bmj.com)
- If the lesion is above the superior cervical ganglion (preganglionic or central Horner syndrome) and the postganglionic fibers are intact, the pupil of the affected eye also dilates, and anisocoria decreases. (msdmanuals.com)
- In general, causes of anisocoria that have a mechanical or inflammatory origin tend to produce a sluggish pupillary response to light, unlike Horner syndrome and physiologic anisocoria. (aao.org)
- One of the clinical challenges in diagnosing Horner syndrome is differentiating it from physiologic anisocoria, because the pupillary reaction to light is normal with both conditions, and physiologic anisocoria may also be greater in dim light. (aao.org)
- One key difference is that pupillary dilation is intact in physiologic anisocoria, whereas there is dilation lag in Horner syndrome. (aao.org)
- In Horner syndrome, the weakened dilator muscle causes the pupil to dilate more slowly, producing an anisocoria that is greatest at 4-5 seconds and less if remeasured at 15 seconds. (aao.org)
- The presence of dilation lag is sufficient to differentiate Horner syndrome from physiologic anisocoria. (aao.org)
- A postcocaine anisocoria of 1 mm or greater is diagnostic of Horner syndrome on the side of the smaller pupil (see Fig 10-1). (aao.org)
- Anisocoria: Reverse Horner's Syndrome is essentially a form of anisocoria, a condition characterized by unequal pupil sizes. (watchdoq.com)
- However, the most concerning condition in the differential diagnosis of a child with anisocoria is Horner syndrome, a loss of the sympathetic tone to the eye (oculo-sympathetic paresis). (chop.edu)
Bernard-Horner3
- The term Horner syndrome is commonly used in English-speaking countries, whereas the term Bernard-Horner syndrome is common in France. (medscape.com)
- Horner's syndrome, also known as oculosympathetic palsy or Bernard-Horner syndrome, is a relatively rare condition that affects the eyes and part of the face. (bhaskarhealth.com)
- 4. Bazan R, Braga GP, Gomes DL, Yamashita S, BettingLE, Resende LA. Trochlear nerve palsy associated with claude bernard-horner syndrome after brainstem stroke. (ucm.es)
Carotid artery7
- As a complication of tube thoracostomy Thoracic aortic aneurysm Postganglionic (no anhidrosis) Cluster headache - combination termed Horton's headache An episode of Horner's syndrome may occur during a migraine attack and be relieved afterwards Carotid artery dissection/carotid artery aneurysm/trauma Cavernous sinus thrombosis Middle ear infection Sympathectomy Nerve blocks, such as cervical plexus block, stellate ganglion or interscalene block Horner syndrome is due to a deficiency of sympathetic activity. (wikipedia.org)
- Horner syndrome can also be caused by problems with the artery that supplies blood to the head and neck (the carotid artery) on the affected side, resulting in loss of blood flow to the nerves. (blogspot.com)
- Some individuals with congenital Horner syndrome have a lack of development (agenesis) of the carotid artery. (blogspot.com)
- Tearing of the layers of the carotid artery wall (carotid artery dissection) can also lead to Horner syndrome. (blogspot.com)
- The presence (or lack) of anhidrosis should not be a limiting factor when ruling out Horner's Syndrome as this symptom will not present itself in internal carotid artery dissection patients due to the nerve pathways. (hornerssyndromefoundation.com)
- The different ailments which need to dissect the carotid artery can provide Horner syndrome as a outcome. (syndromespedia.com)
- Positive apraclonidine test within two weeks of onset of Horner syndrome caused by carotid artery dissection. (ucm.es)
Paresis1
- 3. Coppeto JR. Superior oblique paresis and contralateral Horner's syndrome. (ucm.es)
Anhidrosis2
- citation needed] Causes can be divided according to the presence and location of anhidrosis:[citation needed] Central (anhidrosis of face, arm and trunk) Syringomyelia Multiple sclerosis Encephalitis Brain tumors Lateral medullary syndrome Preganglionic (anhidrosis of face) Cervical rib traction on stellate ganglion Thyroid carcinoma Thyroidectomy Goiter Bronchogenic carcinoma of the superior fissure (Pancoast tumor) on apex of lung Klumpke paralysis Trauma - base of neck, usually blunt trauma, sometimes surgery. (wikipedia.org)
- Partial Horner's syndrome: In case of a third-neuron disorder, anhidrosis is limited to the middle part of the forehead or can be absent, resulting in a partial Horner's syndrome. (wikipedia.org)
Causes of Horner's syndrome3
- The underlying causes of Horner's Syndrome vary greatly and may include a tumor, stroke, injury or underlying disease affecting the areas surrounding the sympathetic nerves. (hornerssyndromefoundation.com)
- There are many potential causes of Horner's Syndrome . (hornerssyndromefoundation.com)
- Neuroblastoma is one of the most common causes of Horner's Syndrome in children. (hornerssyndromefoundation.com)
Tumors1
- Associated Conditions: Horner's Syndrome can be a sign of an underlying medical condition, such as tumors, injuries, or neurological disorders affecting the sympathetic pathway. (watchdoq.com)
Dilate4
- In addition, after instillation of topical phenylephrine 10% (a strong, direct-acting sympathomimetic drug), a mechanically restricted pupil will remain small, but in Horner syndrome, it will readily dilate. (aao.org)
- Failure of one pupil to dilate (open) may indicate that Horner's syndrome is present. (bhaskarhealth.com)
- Application of cocaine drops will dilate the unaffected iris but not the Horner iris. (chop.edu)
- the Horner iris will dilate, whereas the unaffected iris will not. (chop.edu)
Lesion3
- If a postganglionic lesion is present (peripheral Horner syndrome), the pupil of the affected eye dilates much more than that of the unaffected eye because the iris dilator muscle of the affected eye has lost its sympathetic innervation and has developed adrenergic supersensitivity. (msdmanuals.com)
- If results suggest Horner syndrome, hydroxyamphetamine (1%) can be put in both eyes 48 hours later to help locate the lesion. (msdmanuals.com)
- Heterochromia iridium (i.e., a relative deficiency of pigment in the iris of affected side of the face) is usually present when the syndrome is congenital or caused by a lesion that has occurred before the age of 1-2 years of age. (hornerssyndromefoundation.com)
Brainstem1
- The differential diagnosis of Horner syndrome in children is different than adults and includes neuroblastoma and other upper chest/lower neck masses, carotid and brainstem lesions, and brachial plexus birth trauma, all of which can damage the sympathetic chain. (chop.edu)
Diagnosis9
- There are some blood tests for Horner's syndrome diagnosis. (epainassist.com)
- The two findings of a Horner's syndrome, a droopy lid and asymmetric pupils, can occur normally in some individuals, so accurate diagnosis is important. (westmetroeye.com)
- Where can I find information about diagnosis or management of Horner syndrome? (blogspot.com)
- It is important to realize that having a syndrome is not the same as having a diagnosis. (vin.com)
- A syndrome, however, often has a limited number of causes such that recognizing a specific syndrome brings one substantially closer to a diagnosis. (vin.com)
- Esophageal involvement and Horner's syndrome are rare manifestations of breast cancer distant metastases that can pose a significant challenge in diagnosis and treatment. (biomedcentral.com)
- While our understanding of Horner's Syndrome has advanced over the years, there is ongoing research to uncover the intricacies of this condition, including more precise methods of diagnosis and novel treatment approaches. (watchdoq.com)
- The generally subtle findings of the syndrome, and the fact it does not impact vision, can delay the diagnosis and the time needed to explore its serious potential causes. (chop.edu)
- This confirmed a diagnosis of Horner syndrome in the infant's right eye. (chop.edu)
Idiopathic3
- Horner's syndrome in adults is often "idiopathic," meaning no cause is ever found. (westmetroeye.com)
- These cases are referred to as idiopathic Horner syndrome. (blogspot.com)
- The idiopathic incidence is common in Horner syndrome, but medical researchers also found that some of the Horner syndrome incidence has an inherited autosomal dominant genetic trait. (syndromespedia.com)
Cervical9
- The following are examples of conditions that cause the clinical appearance of Horner's syndrome:[citation needed] First-order neuron disorder: Central lesions that involve the hypothalamospinal tract (e.g. transection of the cervical spinal cord). (wikipedia.org)
- This article also presents the unusual phenomena of Brown-Sequard syndrome and unilateral Horner's syndrome after blunt traumatic injury to the cervical spine. (bmj.com)
- Horner syndrome results when the cervical sympathetic pathway running from the hypothalamus to the eye is disrupted. (msdmanuals.com)
- Iatrogenic causes are less common and are seen as complications of carotid angiography, Swan-Ganz catheterization through the internal jugular vein, and rarely after operations in the cervical region - e.g., thyroidectomy and carotid surgery.1 We had the opportunity to observe a case of Horner's syndrome that developed as a complication of thoracostomy-tube. (elsevierpure.com)
- Horner syndrome that appears after the newborn period (acquired Horner syndrome) and most cases of congenital Horner syndrome result from damage to nerves called the cervical sympathetics. (blogspot.com)
- Horner syndrome that occurs very early in life can lead to iris heterochromia because the development of the pigmentation (coloring) of the iris is under the control of the cervical sympathetic nerves. (blogspot.com)
- The sympathetic fibers that exit the cord at T1 will ascend to the superior cervical glandlion and will be involved in the formation of Horner's syndrome. (everythingask.com)
- Pancoast syndrome (Pancoast's syndrome) typically results when a malignant neoplasm of the superior sulcus of the lung leads to destructive lesions of the thoracic inlet and involvement of the brachial plexus and cervical sympathetic nerves (stellate ganglion). (medscape.com)
- Horner syndrome reflects a remote process, interfering somewhere along the sympathetic chain that runs from the hypothalamus in the brain, down the cervical spinal cord, across the upper chest, returning up along the anterior neck/carotid plexus, and back to the eye. (chop.edu)
Apical lung1
- Horner syndrome is typically associated with apical lung malignancy. (acpjournals.org)
Iris heterochromia4
- Von Passow syndrome is an association of Horner syndrome with iris heterochromia (heterochromia iridis). (medscape.com)
- Iris heterochromia (with the affected eye being hypopigmented) is seen in congenital Horner syndrome or Horner syndrome that occurs in children younger than 2 years. (medscape.com)
- In people with Horner syndrome that occurs before the age of 2, the colored part (iris) of the eyes may differ in color (iris heterochromia), with the iris of the affected eye being lighter in color than that of the unaffected eye. (blogspot.com)
- Individuals who develop Horner syndrome after age 2 do not generally have iris heterochromia. (blogspot.com)
Bardorf1
- Bardorf, CM. Horner Syndrome. (hornerssyndromefoundation.com)
Neuroblastoma1
- The nerves related to Horner syndrome can also be damaged by a benign or cancerous tumor, for example a childhood cancer of the nerve tissues called a neuroblastoma. (blogspot.com)
Interscalene1
- Various studies have reported occurrence of Horner syndrome after interscalene brachial plexus block to be between 4-37.5% depending upon block technique, drug volume, concentration, and mode of delivery like a single bolus injection or a continuous infusion [ 4 ]. (clinmedjournals.org)
Enophthalmos1
- The phenomenon of enophthalmos is seen in Horner's syndrome in cats, rats, and dogs. (wikipedia.org)
Nerves6
- Horner's syndrome is a common disorder of a sudden loss of stimulation of the nerves-of the eyes and area surrounding the eyes. (hillcrestveterinaryclinic.com)
- Horner syndrome is a disorder that affects the eye and surrounding tissues on one side of the face and results from paralysis of certain nerves. (blogspot.com)
- First order (central) Horner's syndrome - The nerves from the hypothalamus in the brain lead down through the brain stem and spinal cord to the chest. (bhaskarhealth.com)
- When the sympathetic nerves controlling one of the eyes is damaged, only the parasympathetic nerves work and Horner's syndrome is created. (vin.com)
- In addition, the manifestations of Horner's syndrome due to disruption of sympathetic nerves in the neck in patients with breast cancer are rarely suspected in most clinics [ 5 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
- Due to its proximity to the other important vascular and nervous structures, which is mainly responsible for the post block complications like temporary paralysis of the phrenic, recurrent laryngeal nerves or Horner's syndrome [ 1 , 2 ]. (clinmedjournals.org)
Disorders1
- The usual disorders causing Horner's syndrome include cerebrovascular accidents and neoplasms of the neck and thorax. (elsevierpure.com)
Cocaine3
- 10. Jacobson DM, Berg R, Grinstead GF, Kruse JR. Duration of positive urine for cocaine metabolite afterophthalmic administration: implications for testing patients with suspected Horner syndrome using ophthalmic cocaine. (ucm.es)
- Cocaine drops block the reuptake of NE at the sympathetic nerve terminal to the iris dilator muscle, and AC acts as an agonist to the receptors of the iris dilator muscle, which are hypersensitive in Horner syndrome due to denervation. (chop.edu)
- When a Horner syndrome is confirmed with cocaine or AC and/or is very obvious on exam, an imaging evaluation should include MRI of the head, neck, and upper chest with and without contrast, as well as MRI-angiogram of the neck. (chop.edu)
Apraclonidine2
- Topical apraclonidine (0.5% or 1%), which is an α2-adrenergic agonist and a weak α1-adrenergic agonist, is used routinely as a pharmacologic diagnostic test for Horner syndrome (Fig 10-2). (aao.org)
- 7. Lebas M, Seror J, Debroucker T. Positive apraclonidine test 36 hours after acute onset of horner syndrome in dorsolateral pontomedullary stroke. (ucm.es)
Occur1
- Horner's syndrome can occur in people of all ages and both sexes. (bhaskarhealth.com)
Tumor3
- Although most causes are relatively benign, Horner's syndrome may reflect serious disease in the neck or chest (such as a Pancoast tumor (tumor in the apex of the lung) or thyrocervical venous dilatation). (wikipedia.org)
- What causes Pancoast tumor Horner's syndrome and how can it be prevented? (everythingask.com)
- Everything is going against him (horners syndrome, above right lung, tumor was in spine, inoperable). (cancer.org)
Brachial1
- Pancoast syndrome will develop when the brachial roots of the brachial plantar plexus are affected. (everythingask.com)
Pharmacologic1
- 9. Mughal M, Longmuir R. Current pharmacologic testing for Horner syndrome. (ucm.es)
Heterochromia2
- heterochromia iridum (in congenital Horner's syndrome) Interruption of sympathetic pathways leads to several implications. (wikipedia.org)
- citation needed] In children, Horner's syndrome sometimes leads to heterochromia, a difference in eye color between the two eyes. (wikipedia.org)
Trauma1
- In rare cases, Horner's syndrome may be the result of repeated, minor head trauma, such as being hit with a soccer ball. (wikipedia.org)
Sympathetic nerve4
- Horner's syndrome is the disruption of sympathetic nerve innervation to the eye and face. (epainassist.com)
- The cause of Horner's syndrome is an interruption of the sympathetic nerve supply to the eye and lid. (westmetroeye.com)
- The common reason behind the development of the Horner syndrome is an interrupted sympathetic nerve supply to the eye orbit due to a traumatic injury or unwanted tissue growth. (syndromespedia.com)
- Horner's Syndrome is typically caused by disruption to the sympathetic nerve pathway that controls the eye's pupil dilation and related functions. (watchdoq.com)
Patients3
- Patients with Horner syndrome require MRI or CT of the brain, spinal cord, chest, or neck (depending on clinical suspicion) to localize the abnormality. (msdmanuals.com)
- In patients with Horner syndrome, the α1-agonist effect dominates because of the supersensitivity of the α1-receptors, resulting in relative mydriasis by contraction of the dilator muscle. (aao.org)
- The patients then progressed rapidly and, despite receiving antimicrobial and multimodal sepsis treatment, both eventually died of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome. (bvsalud.org)
Congenital Horner's syndrome1
- Yes, it is possible to prevent congenital Horner's syndrome. (epainassist.com)
20211
- 2021. https://nursing.unboundmedicine.com/nursingcentral/view/Tabers-Dictionary/760821/0/Horner_syndrome. (unboundmedicine.com)
Rarely3
- This patient case presents the rarely encountered infectious Horner syndrome in an immunocompetent patient secondary to Blastomyces pneumonia and reviews the infectious causes of the syndrome. (acpjournals.org)
- Rarely, congenital Horner syndrome is passed down within a family in a pattern that appears to be autosomal dominant, which means one copy of an altered gene in each cell is sufficient to cause the disorder. (blogspot.com)
- Benign causes of Pancoast's syndrome are rarely reported in the literature. (everythingask.com)
Clinical perspectives1
- Kanagalingam S, Miller NR. Horner syndrome: clinical perspectives. (myendoconsult.com)
Incidence1
- The incidence of Horner syndrome that appears later is unknown, but it is considered an uncommon disorder. (blogspot.com)
Pathway2
- Horner syndrome may develop from lesions at any point along the sympathetic pathway. (medscape.com)
- Horner's syndrome may be present due to damage in the pathway of the sympathetic nervous system. (epainassist.com)
Nerve damage3
- However, the nerve damage that causes Horner syndrome may result from other health problems, some of which can be life-threatening. (blogspot.com)
- Some people with Horner syndrome have neither a known problem that would lead to nerve damage nor any history of the disorder in their family. (blogspot.com)
- We also uncover the components of this syndrome and shed light on its intriguing relationship with nerve damage and its reverse counterpart. (watchdoq.com)
Neck2
- Horner's syndrome is caused when the nervous system gets damaged and stops functioning in the eye, ear, or neck area. (hillcrestveterinaryclinic.com)
- Physicians should consider potential distant metastasis of breast cancer to the esophagus and sympathetic nervous system of the neck particularly in a high-risk woman with presentation of dysphagia and manifestations of Horner's syndrome. (biomedcentral.com)
Genes4
- What genes are related to Horner syndrome? (blogspot.com)
- Although congenital Horner syndrome can be passed down in families, no associated genes have been identified. (blogspot.com)
- However, no genes associated with Horner syndrome have been identified. (blogspot.com)
- In rare cases, the syndrome may be inherited, although no specific genes have been linked to it yet. (bhaskarhealth.com)
Triad1
- The above clinical triad was suggestive of Horner's syndrome. (clinmedjournals.org)
Norepinephrine1
- In Horner syndrome, little or no norepinephrine is released into the synaptic cleft. (aao.org)
Occurs1
- Horner syndrome is usually not inherited and occurs in individuals with no history of the disorder in their family. (blogspot.com)
Commonly1
- This syndrome is most commonly caused by a malignant tumour located at the superior pulmonary sulcus of the thorax, known as Pancoast tumour . (everythingask.com)
Pathways1
- Three different nerve pathways may be involved in Horner's syndrome. (bhaskarhealth.com)