¸ñÀû: Facial nerve reanimation surgery aims to restore function and improve
quality of life for patients with facial paralysis. While the clinical
outcomes are often evaluated, the electrophysiological aspects remain
underreported, especially in smaller case series. To evaluate the
electrophysiological outcomes following facial nerve reanimation surgery
in a single-institute case series of 14 patients. ¹æ¹ý:This retrospective study analyzed 14 cases of facial nerve reanimation
surgery performed at our institution from 2021 to 2024.
Electrophysiological assessments, including nerve conduction studies and
electromyography (EMG), were conducted post-operatively to evaluate
nerve function and muscle reinnervation. Clinical data, surgical
techniques, and patient demographics were also collected and analyzed. °á°ú:Of the 14 patients, 6 underwent triple reinnervation, 5 underwent dual
reinnervation, and 3 underwent single reinnervation combined with muscle
transfer surgery. Postoperative assessments showed significant
improvement in nerve conduction latency and EMG activity in 75% of the
cases. Clinically, patients demonstrated changes after 1 year of
surgery. Needle EMG results showed increased MUAP polyphasity and
discrete interference pattern after nerve reinnervation. Especially
nerve reinnervation to orbicularis oculi muscle showed best improvement. °á·Ð:Electrophysiological outcomes provide valuable insights into the
success of facial nerve reanimation surgery. This case series
highlights the importance of integrating objective nerve function
assessments alongside clinical evaluations to guide postoperative
management and improve patient outcomes. |