Zygomatic Muscle Neurotization with Nerve Grafts and End-to-Side Neurorrhaphies: A New Technique for Facial Palsy. Issue 7 (5th July 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Viterbo, Fausto; Magnani, Lucas Vannuchi; Nunes, Helga Caputo
• Is Part Of: Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Volume 10:Issue 7(2022)
• Page Start: e4288
• Publication Date: 2022-07-05
• Subjects: Surgery, Plastic -- Periodicals; Surgery, Plastic -- Periodicals; Reconstructive Surgical Procedures -- Periodicals; 617.95205
• DOI: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000004288
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2169-7574

Abstract

Abstract : Summary: Moebius syndrome is a rare congenital facial palsy that can generate serious emotional repercussions, mainly due to the inability to smile. Currently, no treatment is available; however, surgery can restore muscle function. This case report introduces a new technique for the treatment of Moebius syndrome with zygomatic muscle neurotization using nerve grafts and end-to-side neurorrhaphies, in a 3-year-old girl diagnosed with bilateral Moebius syndrome who was unable to smile on the left side. After 4 years, the patient presented with full smile restoration on the left side, with right and left independent movements and complete symmetry.