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Facial spasm.

H Ludman
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Abstract

There are many varieties of abnormal facial movement. This paper discusses hemifacial spasm and blepharospasm in particular. A technique found useful for the symptomatic relief of idiopathic hemifacial spasm is described, and experience with its use on 15 patients also described. Experiences in the operative treatment of 6 patients with essential blepharospasm are recounted.

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BlepharospasmDiagnosis, DifferentialElectromyographyFacial MusclesFacial NerveFacial NeuralgiaFacial ParalysisHumansMuscle DenervationPostoperative ComplicationsRecurrenceTic DisordersJournal Article

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H Ludman. 1976. Facial spasm.. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2273.1976.tb00867.x

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