Recurrent idiopathic familial facial nerve palsy and ophthalmoplegia.
Overview
abstract
INTRODUCTION: Idiopathic facial nerve palsy is a common neurologic condition but episodes of ophthalmoplegia in these patients are uncommon. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Retrospective case series. RESULTS: Three patients with facial nerve palsy with unusual features, including ophthalmoplegia, are described. CONCLUSION: Recurrent episodes, familial tendency, and associated ophthalmoplegia are uncommon in patients with idiopathic facial nerve palsy.
