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Infantile hemifacial spasm.

J W Langston, B R Tharp

    Archives of Neurology
    |April 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Recurrent facial muscle contractions in infants, known as hemifacial spasm, can indicate serious brain abnormalities. Early diagnosis is crucial as a childhood ganglioneuroma was found in one case.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Neurology
    • Neurosurgery
    • Developmental Pediatrics

    Background:

    • Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is characterized by involuntary contractions of facial muscles.
    • While often associated with adult-onset conditions, HFS can manifest in infancy and childhood.

    Observation:

    • A 6-week-old infant presented with recurrent left-sided facial muscle contractions.
    • These contractions persisted throughout early childhood.

    Findings:

    • Surgical exploration at 5.5 years of age revealed a ganglioneuroma of the fourth ventricle.
    • This case highlights a rare pediatric presentation of a brain tumor.

    Implications:

    • Infantile and childhood hemifacial spasm warrants thorough investigation for underlying intracranial pathology.
  • Early detection of conditions like ganglioneuroma is critical for timely intervention and improved outcomes.