Hemimasticatory spasm treated with microvascular decompression of the trigeminal nerve

Acta neurochirurgica
Kyu-Hyon ChonHa-Young Choi

Abstract

Hemimasticatory spasm is a very rare disorder of the trigeminal nerve characterized by paroxysmal involuntary contraction of the jaw-closing muscles. The mechanisms leading to hemimasticatory spasm are still unclear. Recently, injection of botulinum toxin has become the treatment of choice due to its excellent results. We report a case of a successful treatment of hemimasticatory spasm via microvascular decompression of the motor branch of the trigeminal nerve.

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Sep 17, 2013·The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery·Yong-Nan WangShi-Ting Li

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