Electrical stimulation during nerve grafting for facial paralysis
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using gentle electrical stimulation during surgery can improve the results of nerve grafting for people with facial paralysis on one side. It's for patients who are already planning a two-stage surgery to restore their smile.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have facial paralysis on only one side of your face.
- Your doctor has recommended a specific two-stage surgery to help you smile again (cross-face nerve grafting and muscle transfer).
- You are willing to take part in the study.
- You do not have any other medical condition that would make this surgery risky.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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