Weber's syndrome

Weber's Syndrome

Weber's Syndrome (pronounced: /ˈweɪbər/), also known as Weber-Fechner syndrome, is a rare neurological disorder characterized by specific impairments in the motor functions. It is named after the German neurologist, Friedrich Heinrich Weber, who first described the condition in the 19th century.

Etymology

The term "Weber's Syndrome" is derived from the name of its identifier, Friedrich Heinrich Weber. The term "syndrome" is derived from the Greek word "syndromē", which means "concurrence of symptoms, concourse of many".

Definition

Weber's Syndrome is a type of stroke that affects the midbrain, specifically the cranial nerve III and the cerebral peduncle. This results in a unique set of symptoms including paralysis or weakness on one side of the body (hemiparesis), and eye movement disorders.

Symptoms

The most common symptoms of Weber's Syndrome include:

• Hemiparesis or weakness on one side of the body
• Oculomotor nerve palsy resulting in drooping eyelid (ptosis), dilated pupil (mydriasis), and inability to move the eye in certain directions
• Strabismus or misalignment of the eyes
• Diplopia or double vision

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Weber's Syndrome is typically based on clinical examination and imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan. The presence of the characteristic symptoms along with evidence of a stroke in the midbrain on imaging studies can confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

Treatment for Weber's Syndrome primarily involves managing the symptoms and preventing further strokes. This may include medications to control blood pressure and cholesterol, physical therapy to manage hemiparesis, and surgery or botulinum toxin injections for oculomotor nerve palsy.

Related Terms

• Stroke
• Cranial nerve
• Cerebral peduncle
• Hemiparesis
• Oculomotor nerve palsy
• Strabismus
• Diplopia

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Weber's syndrome
• Wikipedia's article - Weber's syndrome

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