The Spinal Accessory Nerve for Functional Muscle Innervation in Facial Reanimation Surgery

201616 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Eva Placheta · Chang Gung University

Ines E. Tinhofer · Medical University of Vienna

Melanie Schmid · Medical University of Vienna

Lukas F. Reissig · Medical University of Vienna

Igor Pona · Medical University of Vienna

Wolfgang J. Weninger · Medical University of Vienna

Timo Räth ·

Abstract

This study gives a practical guide for spinal accessory nerve dissection for its application in facial reanimation as a motor source for the innervation of a free muscle transplant.

Topics & Keywords

Facial Nerve Paralysis Treatment and Research Nerve Injury and Rehabilitation Ear Surgery and Otitis Media

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Annals of Plastic Surgery

Volume 77, Issue 6, pp. 640-644

DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000000891

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