Superior oblique myokymia associated with a dural arteriovenous fistula

J Neuroophthalmol. 1996 Mar;16(1):41-3.

Abstract

Superior oblique myokymia (SOM) is an uncommon ocular motility disorder characterized by intermittent uniocular vertical or torsional oscillations with periodic remissions and exacerbations. Although generally idiopathic in origin, isolated case reports have documented its association with intracranial pathology. We present a case of superior oblique myokymia associated with a dural arteriovenous fistula.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / diagnostic imaging
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / physiopathology*
  • Cerebral Angiography
  • Dura Mater / diagnostic imaging
  • Dura Mater / physiopathology*
  • Fasciculation / diagnostic imaging
  • Fasciculation / physiopathology*
  • Female
  • Humans