The Split Hypoglossal Nerve and Cross-Face Nerve Graft for Dual Innervation of the Functional Muscle Transfer in Facial Reanimation

In conclusion, dual innervation of the free muscle transfer using both the split hypoglossal nerve and CFNG (both sutured in an end-to-end manner to the nerve to gracilis) is a good possible option to treat long-standing cases of facial nerve paralysis. It yields adequate muscle excursion with acceptable spontaneity.
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research