posted on 2019-06-10, 00:00authored byPeter W. MacIntosh, Aaron M. Fay
Bell palsy is the most common neurologic condition affecting the cranial nerves. Lagophthalmos, exposure keratopathy, and corneal ulceration are potential complications. In this review, we evaluate various causes of facial paralysis as well as the level 1 evidence supporting the use of a short course of oral steroids for idiopathic Bell palsy to improve functional outcomes. Various surgical and non surgical techniques are also discussed for the management of residual facial dysfunction.
Funding
NEI (P30 EY001792, Core Grant for Vision Research)
RPB departmental grant (Unrestricted Grant from Research to Prevent Blindness)
History
Citation
MacIntosh, P. W., & Fay, A. M. (2019). Update on the ophthalmic management of facial paralysis. Survey of Ophthalmology, 64(1), 79-89. doi:10.1016/j.survophthal.2018.06.001