Facial Paralysis Following Core Needle Biopsy of a Deep Lobe Parotid Tumor: A Case Report
2019 ◽
Vol 128
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pp. 357-359
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Objectives: To report a case of total facial paralysis as the result of a core needle biopsy. Methods: Case report and literature review. Results: A 70-year-old man was diagnosed with a deep lobe parotid tumor on computed tomography. During a core needle biopsy, he developed complete facial paralysis. The cause was discovered to be a direct stab injury to the main trunk of the facial nerve. Conclusions: When biopsying parotid lesions adjacent to the main trunk of the facial nerve, the use of smaller-gauge needles and additional patient counseling should be considered.
2018 ◽
Vol 26
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pp. 632-634
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2016 ◽
Vol 75
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pp. 394
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2012 ◽
Vol 73
(10)
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pp. 2498-2503
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