Tonsillo-styloidectomy for Eagle's syndrome: a review of 15 cases in KVG medical college Sullia

ABSTRACT

Elongated styloid process causing Eagle's syndrome is a rare clinical entity and the diagnosis is often difficult as result of its vague symptomatology. However, palpation of tonsillar fossa with radiological demonstration of the elongated styloid process confirms the diagnosis. This is a report of a retrospective study conducted at the KVG Medical College, Hospital, Sullia, Karnataka, India where 15 patients who were surgically treated for Eagle's syndrome in the ENT department were retrospectively studied. Fourteen patients became symptom free after surgery within three months of follow up. Tonsillo-styloidectomy is the treatment of choice for Eagle's syndrome with a high success rate