Masseteric Nerve Transfer for Facial Nerve Paralysis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

A review of the role of masseteric nerve transfer is needed to guide its use in facial reanimation.

Objective

To systematically review the available literature, and, when applicable, analyze the combined outcomes of masseteric nerve transfer to better define its role in reanimation and to guide further research.

Data sources

Two independent researchers conducted the review using PubMed-NCBI and Scopus literature databases for studies on masseteric nerve transfer for facial nerve paralysis.

Study selection

Studies that examined masseter nerve transfer with additional cranial nerve transposition/coaptation or muscle flap were excluded.

Data extraction and synthesis

Literature review and data extraction followed established PRISMA guidelines. Two

SUBMITTER: Murphey AW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5885967 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature