The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology (한방안이비인후피부과학회지)

The Society of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology & Dermatology (대한한방안이비인후피부과학회)
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A Case Report of Ptosis After Midbrain Infarction

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  • 김민지 (포천중문의과대학교 분당차한방병원 안이비인후피부과) ;
  • 홍승욱 (포천중문의과대학교 분당차한방병원 안이비인후피부과)
  • Published : 20040800
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Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this case study is to show a case of severe neurogenic ptosis due to midbrain infarction improved by acupuncture and Herb-med. Method: This case study has been carried out for a case of ptosis due to midbrain infarction which had been hospitalized at the Bundang CHA Oriental Medical Hospital. We evaluate through Levator function test and measurement of MRD and the distance between upper and lower eyelid. Results: Levator function increase 3.5mm and distance between upper and lower eyelid increase 4mm more than before. The degree of ptosis turned 'fair' state from 'poor' state. Conclusions: We suggest to treat ptosis due to midbrain infarction with acupuncture and Herb-med meaning conservative therapy and would like to research oriental medical treatment plan for the further treatment.

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