| Literature DB >> 836092 |
M J Verta, E L Applebaum, D A McClusky, J S Yao, J J Bergan.
Abstract
Injury to the greater auricular, hypoglossal and superior laryngeal nerves during carotid endarterectomy is preventable. A knowledge of regional anatomy and the mechanisms of such injury allows prevention of this complication. Unilateral individual nerve injury is generally well tolerated, but bilateral or combined nerve injuries can pose a serious threat to life. Minor modifications in technique aid greatly in avoiding nerve injury.Entities:
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Year: 1977 PMID: 836092 PMCID: PMC1396103 DOI: 10.1097/00000658-197702000-00010
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Surg ISSN: 0003-4932 Impact factor: 12.969