Facial reanimation with masseter nerve–innervated free gracilis muscle transfer in established facial palsy patients

Background The masseter nerve is a useful donor nerve for reconstruction in patients with established facial palsy, with numerous advantages including low morbidity, a strong motor impulse, high reliability, and fast reinnervation. In this study, we assessed the results of masseter nerve–innervated...

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Main Authors: Tae Suk Oh, Hyung Bae Kim, Jong Woo Choi, Woo Shik Jeong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons 2019-03-01
Series:Archives of Plastic Surgery
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Online Access:http://www.e-aps.org/upload/pdf/aps-2018-00717.pdf