OCAD MSK

History

Jaw pain on left, shooting. Tooth removal last yr.

Figure 1 for case Left inferior alveolar neuropathy — Figure 1

Figure 2 for case Left inferior alveolar neuropathy — Figure 2

Figure 3 for case Left inferior alveolar neuropathy — Figure 3

Figure 4 for case Left inferior alveolar neuropathy — Figure 4

Figure 5 for case Left inferior alveolar neuropathy — Figure 5

Figure 6 for case Left inferior alveolar neuropathy — Figure 6

Discussion

The left inferior alveolar nerve is hyperintense as it enters the mandibular foramen and extends through the mandibular canal, particularly prominent in its inferior branch. No discontinuity or focal neuroma. Right
inferior alveolar nerve within normal limits. Other visualized regional nerves appear normal.

Diagnosis

Left inferior alveolar neuropathy

Avneesh Chhabra, MD

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