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. 1987 Jun;97(6):705-9.
doi: 10.1288/00005537-198706000-00011.

Hypoglossal-facial nerve anastomosis and electromyographic feedback rehabilitation

Hypoglossal-facial nerve anastomosis and electromyographic feedback rehabilitation

P E Hammerschlag et al. Laryngoscope. 1987 Jun.

Abstract

Electromyographic (EMG) feedback has been proposed to enhance rehabilitation following hypoglossal-facial nerve anastomosis. Sixteen of 25 patients who underwent hypoglossal-facial nerve anastomosis with and without postoperative EMG rehabilitation were videotaped for evaluation of facial movement by four observers unaware of these patients' rehabilitation therapy. Using a House Facial Nerve Grading System and intragroup comparison, a trend discernible in this preliminary study indicates a chance for better facial function with EMG feedback rehabilitation.

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