Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Hemifacial Spasm: An Update on Clinical Studies

Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary contractions of the facial muscles innervated by the seventh cranial nerve. Generally, it is associated with a poor quality of life due to social embarrassment and can lead to functional blindness. Moreover, it is a chronic c...

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Main Authors: Nicola Tambasco, Marta Filidei, Pasquale Nigro, Lucilla Parnetti, Simone Simoni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Toxins
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/13/12/881