[Awakening ptosis].

Authors :: Nobels-Janssen E
de Kort FAS
Linn FHH
Verrips A
Source :: Nederlands tijdschrift voor geneeskunde [Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd] 2021 Dec 20; Vol. 165. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Dec 20.
Publication Year :: 2021
Abstract: Background: A variable ptosis may point towards serious neurological disorders and is presented to general practitioners, ophthalmologists and neurologists.<br />Case Description: Two patients presented at the neurology outpatient clinic with a ptosis confined to awakening from sleep. There were no other neurological complaints and neurological examination was normal. The diagnosis 'awakening ptosis' was made.<br />Conclusion: Awakening ptosis is a benign, but rare disorder. The exact pathophysiology remains unclear. In the case of a classic clinical picture of awakening ptosis, additional examinations are not indicated.