
Frey syndrome is a common sequela of parotidectomy, and although it is not frequently manifested clinically, it can cause significant morbidity for those affected. Frey syndrome results from synkinetic autonomic reinnervation by transected postganglionic parasympathetic nerve fiber within the parotid gland to the overlying sweat glands of the skin. Many surgical techniques have been proposed to prevent the development of Frey syndrome. For those who develop clinical symptoms of Frey syndrome, objective testing can be performed with a Minor starch-iodine test. Some of the current methods to prevent and treat symptomatic Frey syndrome are reviewed.
Postoperative Complications, Sweating, Gustatory, Humans, Parotid Gland, Botulinum Toxins, Type A, Sweat Glands
Postoperative Complications, Sweating, Gustatory, Humans, Parotid Gland, Botulinum Toxins, Type A, Sweat Glands
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