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Transcervical styloidectomy for Eagle syndrome.

Emma De Ravin1,2, Ariel S Frost1, Leila J Mady1

  • 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, University of Pennsylvania Hospital System, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.

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This study presents a safe transcervical styloidectomy for Eagle syndrome (stylohyoid syndrome). The effective surgical technique significantly improved or resolved symptoms in 87% of patients, offering an alternative to the transoral approach.

Keywords:
Eagle syndromecranial basestylohyoidstyloidectomytranscervical

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Eagle syndrome, or stylohyoid syndrome, is characterized by symptoms arising from an elongated styloid process.
  • Current surgical management often involves a transoral approach, which has associated limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate a safe and effective transcervical surgical technique for managing Eagle syndrome.
  • To evaluate the outcomes and benefits of the transcervical approach compared to existing methods.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective review of fifteen patients undergoing surgical management for Eagle syndrome.
  • Detailed video documentation of the transcervical styloidectomy procedure.
  • Assessment of patient outcomes, including symptom resolution and complications.

Main Results:

  • The transcervical styloidectomy was well-tolerated with no complications.
  • 87% of patients experienced significant improvement or complete resolution of symptoms.
  • Commonly resolved symptoms included throat/neck pain, otalgia, and tinnitus.

Conclusions:

  • Transcervical styloidectomy is a safe and effective surgical option for Eagle syndrome.
  • This approach offers advantages over the transoral route, including improved visualization and potentially reduced postoperative morbidity.
  • The technique provides a viable alternative for operative access and management of stylohyoid syndrome.