Horner syndrome associated with implantation of a vagus nerve stimulator.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
To report a case of Horner syndrome that occurred after implantation of a vagus nerve stimulator. Case report. A 6-year-old female with cerebral dysgenesis and intractable partial seizures presented with Horner syndrome after vagus nerve stimulator implantation. Horner syndrome can occur as a result of the vagus nerve stimulator implant procedure and should be included as one of its possible surgical complications.
Medical subject headings
- Electric Stimulation Therapy
- Horner Syndrome
- Vagus Nerve