babinski-nageotte syndrome

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What does babinski-nageotte syndrome mean?

An alternating brainstem syndrome occurring when there is damage to the dorsolateral or posterior lateral medulla oblongata, likely syphilitic in origin.

Where does babinski-nageotte syndrome come from?

Named after the neurologists who initially investigated it: Joseph Babinski and Jean Nageotte.

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