Management of Acute Facial Nerve and Parotid Injuries

Abstract Acute soft tissue trauma to the head and neck is a common reason for emergency department presentation should be appropriately evaluated by facial plastic surgeon. The evaluation of patient who has suffered always include comprehensive nerve exam carry low threshold suspicion parotid duct injury when involving cheek. Injuries can result in significant long-term functional, cosmetic, emotional morbidity, particularly diagnosis delayed. In repair transection, neurorrhaphy technique primarily based on ability obtain tension-free anastomosis outcomes are large part related timing repair. Parotid injuries generally repaired site ductal injury. this article, we present guide relevant anatomy branches duct, important factors guiding treatment decisions alongside their risks benefits, as well management complications