[Spontaneous dissection of the internal carotid artery with 12th nerve palsy. Radiologic and clinical aspects]

J Radiol. 1990 Jun-Jul;71(6-7):451-3.
[Article in 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
  • Review

MeSH terms

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