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M S Morrissey1, T Alun-Jones

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Radcliffe Infirmary, Oxford.

The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|April 1, 1989
PubMed
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Symptomatic hyoid bone enlargement caused pain when swallowing and opening the jaw. Surgical removal of the greater cornu of the hyoid bone provided complete symptom relief.

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Area of Science:

  • Anatomy
  • Surgery
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • The hyoid bone, a unique U-shaped bone in the neck, is crucial for tongue movement and swallowing.
  • Enlargement of the hyoid bone, particularly the greater cornu, can lead to significant morbidity.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with severe pain during deglutition (swallowing) and limited jaw opening.
  • Clinical examination revealed symptomatic enlargement of the greater cornu of the hyoid bone.

Findings:

  • Surgical intervention involving partial excision of the enlarged greater cornu of the hyoid bone was performed.
  • The patient experienced a complete resolution of pain and jaw mobility issues post-surgery.

Implications:

  • This case highlights surgical excision as an effective treatment for symptomatic hyoid bone enlargement.
  • Early diagnosis and surgical management can significantly improve quality of life for affected individuals.