Abstract
Abstract
Background
First branchial cleft fistula is a rare malformation of the neck and head. The purpose of this report is to showcase a method of treating first brachial cleft fistula while preserving the facial nerve.
Case presentation
This case report presents an 8-year-old female with a type 2 first branchial cleft fistula. The treatment process follows multidisciplinary approach with the aid of health professionals from different departments, pre-op magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning to map the fistula, and the use of nerve monitoring device (NIM).
Conclusion
The procedure was successfully done while preserving the facial nerve.
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health,Surgery
Cited by
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