Horner Syndrome : Gateway to Neuro-Behçet Syndrome
Background: Horner syndrome (HS), a rare neurological condition caused by disruption of the oculosympathetic pathway, can occasionally serve as an early indicator of systemic diseases such as Behçet syndrome (BS). Neuro-Behçet syndrome (NBS) represents a severe manifestation of BS affecting the central nervous system (CNS). It is associated with significant morbidity. Case Description: This report describes an unusual case of NBS revealed by HS in 43-year-old male who initially presented with progressive-onset left ptosis. The symptomatology was enriched by left-sided hemicranial headaches and homolateral carotidynia. NBS diagnosis was established after ruling out other potential differential diagnosis. The association of corticosteroids (CSs) and other immunosuppressants (ISs) led to a significant improvement. Conclusion: Considering atypical revelation’s mode of NBS remains a noteworthy occurrence for clinicians. Prompt diagnosis and intervention are crucial to prevent further neurological deterioration.
Authors
- Leïla Barakat (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8759-8424)
- S. Mourabit
- M. Moudatir
- K. Echchilali
- H. El Kabli
- Chaïmaâ Zeroual (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-2147-0795)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-04-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.9734/ijmpcr/2025/v18i2416
- Primary Topic
- Ocular Diseases and Behçet’s Syndrome
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00