The Journal of laryngology and otology
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Case Reports
Bilateral cortical blindness: an unusual complication following unilateral neck dissection.
We present the case of a 50-year-old man who developed bilateral cortical blindness and confusion following a seemingly uneventful right-sided radical neck dissection. Computed tomography (CT) scans confirmed bilateral occipital lobe infarctions. ⋯ Although this is a rare occurrence, otolaryngologists should be aware of this potential post-operative complication. The possible aetiologies of this condition are discussed.