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

Abstract

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 free gracilis muscle transfer in established facial palsy patients.

Keywords

• Facial nerve
• Free tissue flap
• Facial paralysis