Recurrent idiopathic familial facial nerve palsy and ophthalmoplegia.

INTRODUCTION

Idiopathic facial nerve palsy is a common neurologic condition but episodes of ophthalmoplegia in these patients are uncommon.

MATERIALS AND

METHODS

Retrospective case series.

RESULTS

Three patients with facial nerve palsy with unusual features, including ophthalmoplegia, are described.

CONCLUSION

Recurrent episodes, familial tendency, and associated ophthalmoplegia are uncommon in patients with idiopathic facial nerve palsy.