Before surgery
Baseline movement and eye closure, imaging and prior operative history should be documented. This supports planning and later comparison.
After surgery
Temporary weakness and permanent injury are different situations. Follow-up and rehabilitation are determined in person and adjusted to progress.
Editorial status
Medically reviewed by Dr Zulikhan Visaitova on 1 September 2026. This information does not replace an individual consultation.
Sources
- Barrameda BN et al. Intraoperative facial nerve monitoringDOI: 10.1002/ohn.70083