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Facial palsy--a leprosy surgeon's viewpoint.
1Leprosy Mission, McKean Rehabilitation Institute, Chiangmai, Thailand.
Australian and New Zealand Journal of Ophthalmology
|August 1, 1990
Summary
Facial palsy, affecting the eyes or mouth, can be surgically treated using the temporal muscle and fascia. This reconstructive surgery offers satisfactory cosmetic and functional results relatively quickly.
Area of Science:
- Reconstructive surgery
- Facial nerve disorders
- Ophthalmology
Background:
- Facial palsy presents significant cosmetic and functional challenges, impacting vision and facial aesthetics.
- Both upper and lower facial paralysis require effective treatment options.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of using temporal muscle and fascia for surgical correction of facial palsy.
- To assess the cosmetic and functional outcomes of this surgical approach.
Main Methods:
- Surgical reconstruction utilizing the patient's own temporal muscle and fascia.
- Application to cases of both upper and lower facial paralysis.
Main Results:
- The surgical technique yielded satisfactory cosmetic results.
- Functional improvements were observed in a relatively short postoperative period.
Conclusions:
- Reconstruction with temporal muscle and fascia is an effective treatment for facial palsy.
- This method provides a viable solution for both aesthetic and visual concerns associated with facial paralysis.