Perspectives in the reconstruction of paediatric facial paralysis.
OBJECTIVE
In this review article, aimed at those likely to encounter but relatively unfamiliar with paediatric facial paralysis, we summarize reconstructive options in its surgical management.


RESULTS
The article looks at static and dynamic reconstructions available to address the problems encountered in the different anatomical regions of paralyzed face.


CONCLUSIONS
Although multiple surgical options are available for each anatomical region, decision-making should be taken in a multidisciplinary environment, and take into account the individual requirements of the family and patients.
Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, The Hospital for Sick Children Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Pundrique R
PR
Sharma
Ronald M
RM
Zuker
Gregory H
GH
Borschel
D002648:Child; D003320:Corneal Ulcer / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D005154:Facial Nerve / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D005158:Facial Paralysis / Q000150:complications / Q000523:psychology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D013064:Speech Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control