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Occipital condyle fractures (OCF) can cause lower cranial nerve damage, often affecting the hypoglossal nerve. Early, detailed radiological evaluation is crucial for diagnosing this rare injury, especially after trauma.

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Area of Science:

Neurosurgery
Radiology
Trauma Surgery

Background:

Traumatic brain and calvarial injuries can lead to cranial nerve damage, which may be temporary or permanent.
Occipital condyle fractures (OCF) are uncommon and challenging to diagnose using standard clinical and radiological methods.
OCF is a known cause of lower cranial nerve dysfunction, frequently involving the hypoglossal nerve.

Observation:

This report details two cases of OCF resulting from motor vehicle accidents.
Both patients presented with dysphagia and voice disturbances.
Diagnosis was confirmed through comprehensive neurological and radiological assessments, with conservative treatment employed.

Findings:

Occipital condyle fractures are infrequently reported as a cause of lower cranial nerve impairment.
The diagnostic difficulty of OCF necessitates thorough radiological investigation in suspected cases.
Long-term radiological changes in OCF were observed, with one patient presenting six years post-trauma.

Implications:

Highlights the importance of advanced imaging for diagnosing subtle OCF.
Underscores OCF as a critical differential diagnosis for lower cranial nerve deficits post-trauma.
Provides insights into the potential for delayed diagnosis and long-term radiological manifestations of OCF.