Remission of vestibular symptoms in neurovascular compression syndrome of the eighth cranial nerve associated with SARS-CoV-2 treated by microsurgical decompression: A case report
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Objective: To describe our clinical experience in light of the limited number of reported cases of microvascular decompression of the eighth cranial nerve, as well as the absence of literature regarding its association with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). In addition, a comprehensive review of the literature was conducted, addressing historical background, anatomy, clinical presentation, pathophysiology, and therapeutic considerations. We present a case of microvascular decompression of the eighth cranial nerve. Given the scarcity of reported cases and the limited information available regarding its association with SARS-CoV-2, we also review the historical context, anatomical and pathophysiological aspects, clinical features, and treatment considerations related to microvascular decompression of the eighth cranial nerve.
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Vestibulocochlear nerve, microvascular decompression, SARS-CoV-2, anterior inferior cerebellar artery, vertigo
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