전기 자극을 활용한 안면 신경 재생: 임상 연구 고찰

• 영문명: Facial nerve regeneration using electrical stimulation: A review of clinical studies
• 발행기관: 대한두개저학회
• 저자명: 허유진(Yujin Heo) 조영상(Young Sang Cho)
• 간행물 정보: 『대한두개저학회지』제20권 제1호, 1~8쪽, 전체 8쪽
• 주제분류: 의약학 > 일반외과학
• 파일형태: PDF
• 발행일자: 2025.05.31

국문 초록

Facial nerve palsy can result from various etiologies, and although corticosteroids remain a cornerstone of treatment, a range of adjunctive therapies have been investigated and proposed. Among them, electrical stimulation (ES) has been considered a therapeutic approach aimed at promoting facial nerve regeneration and restoring function following paralysis. Numerous studies have examined the effects of ES on nerve regeneration in both human and animal models; however, its clinical efficacy in facial nerve recovery remains uncertain. Moreover, comprehensive reviews summarizing the therapeutic potential of ES in facial nerve disorders are scarce in the current literature. This review aims to assess the clinical effectiveness of ES in enhancing nerve regeneration and functional recovery following facial nerve injury. It also explores various ES modalities used in clinical studies, including implantable stimulators, electroacupuncture, and transcutaneous approaches, as well as their impact on synkinesis. Collectively, while ES demonstrates promising potential as an experimental treatment for facial nerve injury, the current level of evidence remains insufficient, indicating the need for further rigorous research.

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Facial paralysis Facial nerve injuries Electric stimulation therapy Nerve regeneration Electroacupuncture