Systematic Review of Facial Nerve Outcomes After Middle Fossa Decompression and Transmastoid Decompression for Bell's Palsy With Complete Facial Paralysis

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MFD performed within 14 days of symptom onset results in better facial nerve outcomes than MFD performed after 14 days. TMD does not offer improved outcomes over medical management however decompression was only offered after 15 days of symptom onset.