Horner's Syndrome
📋Overview
Horner's syndrome is a neurological condition caused by disruption of the sympathetic nerves supplying the eye and face. It is a descriptive term rather than a disease itself, characterized by a classic triad of symptoms. The syndrome results from damage anywhere along the sympathetic pathway from the brainstem to the eye. It is also known as oculosympathetic palsy.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0019937Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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