Grisel's syndrome: A case report and review of the literature

Grisel's syndrome is non-traumatic atlantoaxial subluxation (AAS) secondary to an inflammatory process in the upper neck. It is a rare condition that occurs almost exclusively in children and has been associated with upper cervical infections and otolaryngologic procedures. A case of AAS second...

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Published in:International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology 2005-12, Vol.69 (12), p.1689-1692
Main Authors: Galer, Chad, Holbrook, Eric, Treves, John, Leopold, Donald
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anti-Bacterial Agents - therapeutic use
Atlanto-Axial Joint - diagnostic imaging
Atlantoaxial subluxation
Child, Preschool
Diagnosis, Differential
Female
Fever - etiology
Grisel's syndrome
Humans
Inflammation - complications
Joint Dislocations - diagnosis
Joint Dislocations - etiology
Joint Dislocations - therapy
Neck - pathology
Neck Pain - etiology
Potential sequelae
Syndrome
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Tonsillitis - complications
Tonsillitis - drug therapy
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:Grisel's syndrome is non-traumatic atlantoaxial subluxation (AAS) secondary to an inflammatory process in the upper neck. It is a rare condition that occurs almost exclusively in children and has been associated with upper cervical infections and otolaryngologic procedures. A case of AAS secondary to an upper cervical infection is presented. Potential sequelae can be severe; early diagnosis and treatment of Grisel's syndrome can prevent tragic outcome.
ISSN:0165-5876
1872-8464
DOI:10.1016/j.ijporl.2005.03.046