Shamil E, Tan DJY, Grobbelaar A. Outcomes of Free Flap Transfer in Facial Reanimation: A Review.
Facial Plast Surg 2024. [PMID:
38336000 DOI:
10.1055/s-0044-1779628]
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Abstract
Free functional muscle transfer is is an option for reanimating the face in chronic facial nerve paralysis. The optimal outcome in these patients is the ability to restore a spontaneous smile in response to emotion. We discuss the role of free functional muscle transfer in facial paralysis treatment, the choices of nerve used in reconstruction surgery, and the application of different types of muscle flaps in facial reanimation. In this paper, we review the relevant and up-to-date academic literature regarding the outcomes of free functional muscle flap transfer in facial paralysis patients.
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