Introduction Involvement of cranial nerves V, VII, and VIII by varicella-zoster virus (VZV) is
widely reported in the literature, whereas involvement of cranial nerves IX and X is rarer and …

The glossopharyngeal, vagus and spinal accessory nerves are closely related anatomically,
and to a certain extent, functionally. We present an overview of their anatomy, highlighting …

The lower cranial nerves innervate the pharynx and larynx by the glossopharyngeal (CN IX)
and vagus (CN X)(mixed) nerves, and provide motor innervation of the muscles of the neck …

Varicella zoster virus (VZV) infection of the head and neck region may present with various
clinical symptoms, involving different entities and different routes of viral spreading. We …

A Rare Presentation of Cranial Polyneuropathy Without Rash Caused by Varicella Zoster
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Nerves and Nerve Injuries is a must-have for clinicians and researchers dealing with the
Peripheral Nervous System and neuropathy. An indispensable work for anyone studying the …

The jugular foramen is a complex crossroad of neurovascular structures deep in the skull
base. It is inaccessible to clinical examination, and safe surgical approach is often hindered …

The involvement of lower cranial nerve palsies is less frequent in Ramsay Hunt syndrome
caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV). The authors report 1 of extremely rare patients of …

The purpose of this study is to diagnose herpesvirus infections in refractory atypical
trigeminal neuralgia, to assess pathogenetic links, and to explore the efficacy of antiviral …

Cranial polyneuropathy is commonly caused by Lyme disease. We discuss the case of a
man who presented with cranial nerve deficits causing dysphagia, dysphonia and facial …