Unusual and Rare Causes of Monocular Elevation Deficit

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ABSTRACT Introduction To study the rare and unusual causes of monocular elevation deficit. Methods Five patients presenting to us with diplopia and elevation deficit were thoroughly examined and were found to have monocular elevation deficit due to rare causes. Observations All five were found to have different underlying etiologies – iatrogenic, sphenoid wing meningioma, cysticercosis, sarcoidosis and mid brain infarct, and were managed appropriately. Discussion Monocular Elevation Deficit can occur due to a variety of causes. Having a high index of suspicion for the more serious etiologies is of utmost importance. Thorough clinical examination and imaging help clinch the diagnosis.