Abstract
1/2025
vol. 24
Case report
An unusual sore throat as a revelator of Eagle syndrome
- Studenckie Koło Naukowe Otolaryngologii i Onkologii Laryngologicznej, Uniwersytet Medyczny im. Karola Marcinkowskiego w Poznaniu
- Klinika Otolaryngologii i Onkologii Laryngologicznej, Uniwersytet Medyczny im. Karola Marcinkowskiego w Poznaniu
- Klinika Foniatrii i Audiologii, Uniwersytet Medyczny im. Karola Marcinkowskiego w Poznaniu
Postępy w Chirurgii Głowy i Szyi 2025; 24 (48): 21–23
Online publish date: 2025/07/10
Eagle’s syndrome is a rare condition caused by the elongation of the styloid process or calcification of the stylohyoid ligament. This article presents the case of a 51-year-old patient with severe left-sided throat and neck pain radiating to the ear. A 3D reconstructed computed tomography scan revealed an elongated and calcified styloid process compressing adjacent structures. The patient underwent a successful styloidectomy using a combined intraoral and external approach, which led to significant clinical improvement. Despite its rarity and nonspecific symptoms, Eagle’s syndrome should be considered in the differential diagnosis, particularly in cases of spontaneous carotid artery dissection or unexplained neurological symptoms.
Keywords
Eagle syndrome, styloid process, cervicofacial pain
Coverage in
Integrated with