Excision of the greater cornu of the hyoid in hyoid syndrome.
The results of excision of the greater cornu of the hyoid bone in cases diagnosed as 'Hyoid Syndrome' are discussed. The possible aetiopathology of its vague symptoms is discussed in the light of available literature. The line of demarcation between the styloid and the hyoid syndromes is identified.
D000328:Adult; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006928:Hyoid Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010146:Pain / Q000601:surgery; D010808:Physical Examination; D011859:Radiography; D013577:Syndrome