Common pathogenic mechanism in patients with dropped head syndrome caused by different mutations in the MYH7 gene.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2019.02.011
Abstract: Mutations in the MYH7 gene are the source of an allelic series of diseases, including various cardiomyopathies and skeletal myopathies that usually manifest in adulthood. We observed a 1.5 y.o. male patient with congenital weaknesses… read more here.
Keywords: mutations myh7; myh7 gene; dropped head; head syndrome ... See more keywords
Dropped head syndrome: a rare adverse drug reaction identified in the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System and review of case reports in the literature.
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DOI: 10.1080/14740338.2022.2054986
Abstract: BACKGROUND Dropped head syndrome (DHS) is a relatively rare disease and its potential relationship with drug exposure has been postulated but is poorly understood. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS This retrospective study evaluated the adverse event… read more here.
Keywords: drug; dropped head; adverse event; case reports ... See more keywords
Testosterone Therapy for Dropped Head Syndrome: A Case Report.
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DOI: 10.1097/cnd.0000000000000372
Abstract: ABSTRACT Dropped head syndrome (DHS) is an impairment of neck extension resulting in a chin-on-chest deformity. DHS is rarely seen but a major hindrance to daily function in affected patients. DHS has been associated with… read more here.
Keywords: dropped head; head; head syndrome; case ... See more keywords
Late onset of dropped head syndrome following mantle radiation therapy for Hodgkin lymphoma
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2018-226822
Abstract: Dropped head syndrome (DHS) is a rare condition, characterised by weakness of the cervical paraspinal muscles with sagging of the head. It is usually seen in association with neurological disorders and rarely can follow radiotherapy.… read more here.
Keywords: late onset; hodgkin lymphoma; dropped head; onset dropped ... See more keywords
Dropped head syndrome as initial and predominant manifestation of inflammatory myopathy
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2019-233385
Abstract: Dropped head syndrome (DHS) is an uncommon clinical syndrome, which requires complex diagnostic evaluation. A variety of neuromuscular and neurodegenerative disease can produce weakness of head extensor muscles and consequently lead to head drop. Inflammatory… read more here.
Keywords: head; initial predominant; dropped head; head syndrome ... See more keywords
Dropped Head Syndrome: An Update on Etiology and Surgical Management.
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DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.19.00068
Abstract: » Dropped head syndrome is a group of disorders with diverse etiologies involving different anatomical components of the neck, ultimately resulting in a debilitating, flexible, anterior curvature of the cervical spine. » Causes of dropped… read more here.
Keywords: syndrome update; head syndrome; dropped head; etiology ... See more keywords
Dropped Head in Sporadic Late-onset Nemaline Myopathy
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DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.2247-18
Abstract: A 74-year-old, previously healthy woman was admitted with dropped head and proximal dominant limb weakness of 10 months duration (Picture 1A). Laboratory testing revealed a normal creatine kinase level, euthyroid, normokalemia, a negative result for… read more here.
Keywords: head; late onset; dropped head; nemaline myopathy ... See more keywords
Dropped Head Syndrome and the Presence of Rimmed Vacuoles in a Muscle Biopsy in Scleroderma-polymyositis Overlap Syndrome Associated with Anti-Ku Antibody
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DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.9363-17
Abstract: A 66-year-old woman with a history of interstitial lung disease presented with a 3-month history of dropped head syndrome (DHS), followed by camptocormia and extremity weakness. A clinical examination revealed Raynaud phenomenon, arthralgia, distal skin… read more here.
Keywords: overlap syndrome; syndrome; muscle biopsy; dropped head ... See more keywords
Surgical management of dropped head syndrome: A systematic review
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DOI: 10.25259/sni_456_2022
Abstract: Background: Dropped head syndrome (DHS) is uncommon and involves severe weakness of neck-extensor muscles resulting in a progressive reducible cervical kyphosis. The first-line management consists of medical treatment targeted at diagnosing underlying pathologies. However, the… read more here.
Keywords: dropped head; head syndrome; management; surgical management ... See more keywords
Association between the Horizontal Gaze Ability and Physical Characteristics of Patients with Dropped Head Syndrome
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DOI: 10.3390/medicina58040465
Abstract: Background and Objectives: Patients with dropped head syndrome exhibit weakness of the cervical paraspinal muscles. However, the relationship between horizontal gaze disorder and physical function remains unclear. This study aimed to examine and clarify this… read more here.
Keywords: muscle strength; dropped head; ability; head syndrome ... See more keywords