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Excision of the greater cornu of the hyoid in hyoid syndrome
Auris, Nasus, Larynx
|January 1, 1980
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Surgical excision of the hyoid bone
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Anatomy
Background:
- Hyoid Syndrome presents with vague symptoms.
- The greater cornu of the hyoid bone is implicated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the results of greater cornu hyoid bone excision.
- To explore the aetiopathology of Hyoid Syndrome symptoms.
- To differentiate Hyoid Syndrome from Styloid Syndrome.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on Hyoid Syndrome.
- Analysis of surgical outcomes for hyoid bone excision.
Main Results:
- Excision of the greater cornu of the hyoid bone was performed.
- Discussion of vague symptoms associated with Hyoid Syndrome.
- Identification of the distinction between hyoid and styloid syndromes.
Conclusions:
- Surgical intervention for Hyoid Syndrome involves hyoid bone excision.
- Understanding the aetiopathology aids in symptom management.
- Clear differentiation from Styloid Syndrome is established.
Abstract:
The results of excision of the greater cornu of the hyoid bone in cases diagnosed as 'Hyoid Syndrome' are discussed. The possible aetiopathology of its vague symptoms is discussed in the light of available literature. The line of demarcation between the styloid and the hyoid syndromes is identified.