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What are the risks of salivary gland tumour surgery?

Facial nerveParotid glandNerve branches
Diagram The facial nerve runs through the parotid gland and branches to the muscles of the face; parotid surgery protects it carefully.

The greatest risk in salivary gland tumour surgery is temporary or permanent facial paralysis. However, the nerve stimulators that we have used in all operations in recent years have reduced this risk to a minimum. Salivary fistulas, which are commonly seen after salivary gland surgery, have also been reduced to a minimum with the new cauterisation devices now in use and pressure dressings.

The outcomes of surgical and medical procedures vary from person to person; consult your doctor for an assessment specific to you.

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