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[Bobble-head doll syndrome].

A Roubergue, P Beauvais, J M Richardet

Archives Francaises De Pediatrie

|May 1, 1985

Summary

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Bobble-head doll syndrome, a rare condition, involves involuntary head bobbing. Surgical intervention for aqueductal stenosis can moderately reduce symptoms in patients with hydrocephalus.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Neurosurgery
Pediatrics

Background:

Bobble-head doll syndrome (BHDS) is a rare movement disorder characterized by rhythmic, involuntary head nodding.
It is often associated with hydrocephalus and third ventricular cysts.
Aqueductal stenosis is a less common but significant finding in BHDS.

Observation:

A case of BHDS with aqueductal stenosis in a 14-year-old boy is presented.
The patient experienced abnormal head movements for 8 years before treatment.
Psychomotor development was impaired in recorded cases.

Findings:

Ventriculocisternostomy was performed, resulting in a moderate reduction in head bobbing.
Literature review identified 22 cases of BHDS, predominantly with chronic hydrocephalus and third ventricular cysts.

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Aqueductal stenosis was noted as a less frequent comorbidity.

Implications:

Neurosurgical intervention is the primary treatment for BHDS.
Early diagnosis and treatment may improve outcomes.
The exact pathogenesis of BHDS remains unknown, warranting further research.