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Jackson Vagus-Accessory-Hypoglossal Paralysis

Frank E. Lucente
Samir Shah
Roger Kula

Jackson vagus-accessory-hypoglossal paralysis is a nuclear or radicular lesion of cranial nerves X, XI, and XII. The patient has ipsilateral flaccid paralysis of the soft palate, pharynx, and larynx. Flaccid weakness and atrophy of the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles and the tongue also occurs.