Crowned dens syndrome (CDS) is a rare syndrome of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate (CPPD) deposition on the odontoid process of the second cervical vertebra leading to unique clinical presentation and radiographical findings. Symptoms usually overlap with more common etiologies, including meningitis, stroke, and giant cell arteritis. Thus, patients struggle with extensive evaluation before diagnosing this uncommon condition. There are few case reports and case series of CDS in the literature. Patients respond well to treatment, but unfortunately, there is a high rate of relapse. Here we present an interesting case of a 78-year-old female patient who presented with acute onset headache and neck pain.
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