Gasperini Syndrome: A Rare Brainstem Syndrome – A Case Report
Introduction: This unique case demonstrates how subtle ocular motor abnormalities, even in the absence of visual complaints, can lead to the detection of an otherwise clinically silent brainstem lesion. Case Presentation: We report on the incidental discovery of a brain tumor following a traffic accident. Despite the absence of ocular symptoms, abnormal oculomotor findings led to further diagnostic investigations and rapid diagnosis of a pontine lesion consistent with Gasparini syndrome. Conclusion: Our case report highlights the crucial importance of meticulous history-taking, precise neuro-ophthalmological examination, particularly the assessment of ocular motility and interdisciplinary management in patients with complex brainstem syndromes.
Authors
- Martina Brandner (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8909-627X)
- Bianca Sarah Stenitzer
- Daniela Fruehwirth-Kaspar
Institutions
- Medical University of Graz (AT)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Case Reports in Ophthalmology
- Published
- 2026-04-03
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000551798
- Primary Topic
- Ophthalmology and Eye Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00