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Great auricular neuralgia.
1Oklahoma University College of Medicine, Tulsa.
Headache
|September 1, 1992
Summary
A skin incision for cardiac pacemaker insertion can cause unusual great auricular nerve neuralgia. This case study discusses the anatomy and pathophysiology of this rare complication.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Cardiovascular Surgery
Background:
- Cardiac pacemaker implantation is a common procedure.
- Nerve injury is a potential complication of surgical interventions.
Observation:
- A patient developed neuralgia of the great auricular nerve after a skin incision for pacemaker insertion.
- The neuralgia presented as an unusual complication.
Findings:
- The study describes a rare case of great auricular nerve neuralgia.
- The presumed pathophysiology and relevant anatomy are discussed.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering nerve injury during pacemaker surgery.
- Understanding the anatomy and pathophysiology can aid in preventing or managing such complications.