Facial nerve decompression is a surgical technique that can help those with facial paralysis regain facial function and a more symmetrical appearance. Learn more.

Facial nerve decompression is a type of nerve decompression surgery where abnormal compression on the facial nerve is relieved. Pressure and compression of any cause on a peripheral nerve can cause nerve impulse block.

If there is no nerve activity or it has not improved—and if the paralyzed nerve has less than 10 percent of the amount of nerve activity on the healthy side of the face—a doctor may consider decompression surgery to help the nerve recover.

Facial nerve decompression through endoscopic transcanal approach can decompress the geniculate ganglion to the pyramidal segment of facial nerve, which is suitable for patients with traumatic facial paralysis of this segment.

2023年7月4日 · Facial nerve palsies are a common and essential presentation specifically to ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgeons but also in general medical practice too. This activity outlines the evaluation and management of facial nerve palsies and highlights the role of the healthcare team in managing patients with this condition. Objectives:

Loss of facial nerve function with resultant facial paralysis is debilitating, leading to negative functional and social sequelae. Facial reanimation is a surgical approach to restoring mimetic function to the face.

Appropriately selected patients with facial paralysis secondary to Bell's palsy or temporal bone trauma may benefit from facial nerve decompression. Patients should be counseled regarding the risks of decompression and that the return of maximal facial …

Patients with complete facial paralysis secondary to Bell's palsy or temporal bone trauma, more than 90% degeneration on electroneurography testing, and absent voluntary electromyography within 14 days of onset may benefit from facial nerve decompression.

Microvascular decompression is a surgical procedure for treating intensely painful or spasming facial nerves when medications haven't brought relief. We provide this option for patients who have trigeminal neuralgia, glossopharyngeal neuralgia or hemifacial spasm.

Rush's facial nerve disorders specialists offer compassionate, cutting-edge care for facial paralysis and weakness due to illness or trauma.