Procerus sign
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Other namesVertical wrinkling of the forehead
| Procerus sign | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Vertical wrinkling of the forehead |
| Differential diagnosis | progressive supranuclear palsy, Parkinson's disease |
The procerus sign (vertical wrinkling of the forehead) is a medical sign consisting of vertical forehead wrinkling around the bridge of the nose and the glabella. This can be seen in neurodegenerative diseases such as progressive supranuclear palsy.
The procerus sign is defined as wrinkling around the bridge of the nose and the glabella.[1]
Differential
The procerus sign can be seen in neurodegenerative diseases such as progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP).[2] It is highly specific to PSP compared to other disorders involving Parkinsonism.[1]
