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Guseva A.L.

Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University

Zamergrad M.V.

Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education

Levin O.S.

Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education

Ramsay Hunt syndrome

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Guseva A.L., Zamergrad M.V., Levin O.S.

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Journal: S.S. Korsakov Journal of Neurology and Psychiatry. 2020;120(9): 151‑157

DOI: 10.17116/jnevro2020120091151

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RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME
RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME

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Guseva AL, Zamergrad MV, Levin OS. Ramsay Hunt syndrome. S.S. Korsakov Journal of Neurology and Psychiatry. 2020;120(9):151‑157. (In Russ.)
https://doi.org/10.17116/jnevro2020120091151

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Abstract:

Ramsay Hunt syndrome is a complication of varicella-zoster virus infection, which manifests by geniculate ganglion involvement. Clinical presentation of Ramsay Hunt syndrome includes virus affecting external ear by vesicular rash on the ear, ear pain and peripheral facial nerve paralysis. The review presents an analysis of etiology, clinical picture and diagnosis of the disease. The clinical features of combined cranial nerve involvement, contemporary treatment and prophylaxis options are described. Early diagnosis and medical therapy is a crucial factor for positive prognosis to improve damaged nerves in Ramsay Hunt syndrome.

Keywords:

Ramsay Hunt syndrome
herpes zoster
varicella zoster virus
facial paralysis
acute vestibulopathy

Authors:

Guseva A.L.

Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University

Zamergrad M.V.

Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education

Levin O.S.

Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education

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19.12.2019

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15.01.2020

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