Heterogeneity in the clinical presentation of XXXX .

@entity1 @entity5588 @entity10 @entity1118 @entity10287
OBJECTIVE: @entity5588 ( @entity5588 ) or symptomatic elongated styloid process is an uncommon but important cause of @entity10 . This study reports our experience in the diagnosis and treatment of a series of @entity1 with @entity5588 . STUDY DESIGN: @entity1 histories, radiographic tests, and operative reports of 3 @entity1 over a 3-month period were prospectively collected. SETTING: Tertiary referral otolaryngology service. RESULTS: All @entity1 had resolution of symptoms relating to their elongated styloid processes after surgical resection. CONCLUSION: Although sometimes clouded by coexisting symptoms, @entity5588 can be easily diagnosed based on good history taking and physical examination. If diagnosed appropriately, surgical treatment can be administered promptly. SIGNIFICANCE: @entity1 with @entity5588 commonly have a long history of @entity1118 treated by multiple physicians. Appropriate diagnosis can lead to prompt treatment of this condition. EBM RATING: @entity10287 .
