Neurology Flashcards
1
Q
Horizontal Nystagmus
- When appears?
- Area of cortex affected
A
On horizontal gaze
Medial longitudinal fasciculus - integration of CN III and CN VI
2
Q
Internuclear Ophthalmoplegia =
Associated with
A
= affected eye shows impairment of adduction.
When an attempt is made to gaze contralaterally (relative to the affected eye), the affected eye adducts minimally, if at all
Can abduct, will have nystagmus
Assoc: MS
3
Q
Asymmetrical Muscular Dystrophy
A
= fascioscapulohumeral MD
4
Q
Indication for Carotid Endartectomy
A
Stenosis of >70%-99%
