Dropped Head Syndrom

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Synonyms: DHS

The Dropped Head Syndrome is characterized by a severe kyphotic deformity of the cervicothoracic spine[^1].

Etiology

The causes of Dropped Head Syndrome are multifaceted and include neurological, neuromuscular, and muscular causes[^1].

Imaging

Dropped Head Syndrome X-ray
X-ray image of a patient with dropped head syndrome. Figure adapted from Allan et al. 2011.