Ophthalmic Assessment and Management in Acute Facial Palsy

Abstract

This article aims to provide insights into emerging concepts in ophthalmic manifestations in patients with facial palsy and discusses considerations used to develop patient-specific management plans in acute management.

Keywords

facial palsy - brow ptosis - lagophthalmos - ectropion - exposure keratopathy

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