Ophthalmic management of facial nerve palsy.
The ophthalmologist plays a pivotal role in the evaluation and rehabilitation of patients with facial nerve palsy. It is crucial to recognize and treat the potentially life-threatening underlying causes. The immediate ophthalmic priority is to ensure adequate corneal protection. The medium to long-term management consists of treatment of epiphora, hyperkinetic disorders secondary to aberrant regeneration and poor cosmesis. Patients should be appropriately referred for general facial re-animation. This review aims to provide a guide to the management of this complex condition.
Lee
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Central Eye Service, Central Middlesex Hospital, Acton Lane, Park Royal, Acton London, UK. vickielee@mac.com
Currie
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Collin
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D004954:Esthetics; D005158:Facial Paralysis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D019066:Facies; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006948:Hyperkinesis / Q000628:therapy; D007766:Lacrimal Apparatus Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods