Remarks on the early history of Bell’s palsy

Graaf, Robert C. van de; IJpma, Frank F. A.

doi:10.1007/s00405-008-0788-4

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“…Of note, rarely some patients present similar to Bell's palsy; however, their facial palsy may continue to worsen or other neurologic signs develop that confirm the presence of another diagnosis requiring further workup. Although the first case of BP was described by Nicolaus Anton Friedreich in 1797, the disease is attached to the surname of Sir Charles Bell, who submitted comprehensive research results on the disease to the Royal Society in 1821 [7]. Nearly 75% of cases of unilateral CN VII palsy are BP, which typically is self-limited and is believed to be the result of a viral-induced inflammation of the nerve sheath [8].…”

Section: Bell's Palsymentioning

confidence: 96%

Neuro-ophthalmologic Complications and Manifestations of Upper and Lower Motor Neuron Facial Paresis

Bhatti

Schiffman

Pass

et al. 2010

Curr Neurol Neurosci Rep

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The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) courses a long pathway beginning in the precentral gyrus and ending at the facial muscles, lacrimal and salivary glands, and structures of the inner ear. Lesions along this pathway, clinically divided into upper and lower motor neuron lesions, present with unique characteristics that assist the physician in identifying the lesion site. The sequelae particularly of peripheral CN VII palsies, may result in significant and chronic damage to the cornea that may be challenging for the physician and patient.

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Section: Bell's Palsymentioning

confidence: 96%