Accessory nerve palsy: clinical features

Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .

Accessory nerve palsy: clinical features. Weakness of head rotation and flexion, Weakness of shoulder elevation. Fully referenced neurology checklist.

Features of isolated palsy

  • Weakness of head rotation and flexion
  • Weakness of shoulder elevation
  • Scapular winging
  • Shoulder pain

Vernet syndrome

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Collet Sicard syndrome

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Jugular foramen syndrome

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Schmidt syndrome

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Villaret syndrome

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Synonyms

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References

  1. Finsterer J, Grisold W. Disorders of the lower cranial nerves. J Neurosci Rural Pract 2015; 6:377-391. 
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  3. Rosenbloom M, Friedman SG, Lamparello PJ, Riles TS, Imparato AM. Glossopharyngeal nerve injury complicating carotid endarterectomy. J Vasc Surg 1987; 5:469-471.
  4. Sweeney PJ, Wilbourn AJ. Spinal accessory (11th) nerve palsy following carotid endarterectomy. Neurology.1992; 42:674-675.
  5. Camp SJ, Birch R. Injuries to the spinal accessory nerve: a lesson to surgeons. J Bone Joint Surg Br 2011; 93:62-67.
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