Journal of reconstructive microsurgery
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J Reconstr Microsurg · Feb 1999
Case ReportsMicrosurgical repair of Stensen's duct using an interposition vein graft.
Facial wounds are frequently associated with bone fractures and multiple trauma; however, disruption of the parotid gland or Stensen's duct is rare and is often associated with facial nerve palsy. Lesions are often undiagnosed on first assessment of the multiple trauma patient. ⋯ Although simple ligation of Stensen's duct has been reported to give satisfactory results, the authors prefer a more anatomic reconstruction of this structure whenever possible. A case of Stensen's duct microsurgical repair using a vein graft are reported.