Complications after surgery for benign parotid gland neoplasms: A prospective cohort study

ConclusionDepending on the operation type, up to half of the patients experience facial palsy after benign parotid surgery. Higher age and longer duration of operation increase the risk. The role of operative instrumentation requires further studies. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Head Neck, 2016

Source: Head and Neck - April 29, 2016 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Johanna Ruohoalho, Antti A. Mäkitie, Katri Aro, Timo Atula, Aaro Haapaniemi, Harri Keski–Säntti, Annika Takala, Leif J. Bäck Tags: Clinical Review Source Type: research