Abducens Nerve Duplication: Novel Intraoperative and Radiographic Observation of a Rare Anatomical Variant

Conclusions Abducens nerve variants are uncommon, and although reported in the setting of cadaveric dissection, in vivo documentation of them is limited. This case report of an in vivo type 3 abducens nerve duplication with intraoperative photographic and radiographic images highlights the need for clinical awareness to avoid inadvertent intraoperative injury. [...] Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: Journal of Neurological Surgery Part B: Skull Base - March 1, 2024 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Graffeo, Christopher S. Scherschinski, Lea Benet, Arnau Benner, Dimitri Alhilali, Lea M. Dortch, Richard Srinivasan, Visish M. Lawton, Michael T. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research