Diagnosis of pleomorphic adenoma in the salivary gland in front of the ear and facial nerve preservation

A 2 cm benign mass was found in my parotid gland. How is surgery performed without the risk of facial paralysis?

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Dr. Dt. Onur Karahan Verified Medical Specialist (TME (Çene Eklemi) & Oklüzyon Uzmanı)

23.09.2026 16:30 TR

@Pelin Şimşek в ответ на:

"Neuromonitoring" is used in modern surgery for masses in the parotid; During the operation, the branches of the facial nerve are monitored instantly with an electronic device and removed with the mass capsule without even millimetric contact with the nerve.

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Gizem Sarı

23.09.2026 20:15 TR

@Pelin Şimşek в ответ на:

I was wondering the same question, and the detailed answer given by our doctor was very enlightening. Thanks.

Diagnosis of pleomorphic adenoma in the salivary gland in front of the ear and facial nerve preservation

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