Neuro

Accessory Nerve Palsy (CNXI)

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Pathology

Damage to accessory nerve

Aetiology

Stroke, tumour, trauma

Signs

Difficulty shrugging shoulders

Symptoms

Weakness of sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles

Investigations

Nerve Conduction Studies: Assess for underlying pathology

Treatment

Dependent on underlying cause 


Prognosis

Dependent on underlying cause

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