Third Nerve Palsy Flashcards

1
Q

Aetiologies?

A
Trauma
Infection
Infarction
Tumour
Diabetic neuropathy 
Aneurysm 
Raised ICP
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Pathology?

A

Compression or section of the ophthalmic nerve

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3
Q

Signs and Symptoms?

A

Permanent dilatation of eye
Painless loss of adduction, extortion and elevation
Ptosis

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Investigations?

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Examination

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