Reanimation of the Paralyzed Face
12/2/98
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Table of Contents
Reanimation of the Paralyzed Face
Introduction
Anatomy
Extratympanic Segment
Rehabilitation
Factors Determining Rehabilitation
Partial Regeneration
Donor Consequences
Proximal Nerve Integrity
Distal Nerve Integrity
Facial Nerve Landmarks
Viability of Facial Muscles
Other Factors
Preoperative Assessment
Eye Protection
Tarsorrhaphy
Upper Eyelid Gold Weight
Lower Lid Tightening
Facial Nerve Neurorrhaphy
Interposition Graft
Crossover Techniques
Cross Facial Grafting
Hypoglossal to Facial
Muscle Transposition
Temporalis Transfer
Masseter Muscle Transfer
Ancillary Procedures
Conclusion