Abstract
Eagle's syndrome occurs due to elongation of the styloid process or calcification of the stylohyoid ligament, which then may produce a pain sensation due to pressure exerted on various structures in the head and neck region. A case report of calcified stylohyoid ligament found incidentally at autopsy and further confirmed by computed tomography scan and histopathology is herein discussed with associated medicolegal significance.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 184-187 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Legal Medicine |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 01-07-2010 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Pathology and Forensic Medicine
- Issues, ethics and legal aspects