High‐Resolution Ultrasound of Facial Muscles
Federico Pistoia, Riccardo Picasso, Federico Zaottini, Sara Sanguinetti, Simone Caprioli, Luca Tovt, Michelle Pansecchi, Carlo Martinoli
Abstract
The aim of the present work is to review the sonographic appearance of facial muscles with high-frequency transducers and to illustrate a step-by-step scanning technique that enables an effective evaluation of them. In addition, we highlighted the clinical application showing some pathological cases demonstrated with ultrasound (US). The recent technological advances have greatly enlarged the potential of high-resolution US in the evaluation of the face. Furthermore, the clinical indications of this technique are expected to increase in the near future.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineUltrasoundHigh resolutionPathologicalRadiologyResolution (logic)Facial musclesMedical physicsBiomedical engineeringPathologyAnatomyArtificial intelligenceGeologyRemote sensingComputer scienceFacial Rejuvenation and Surgery TechniquesFacial Nerve Paralysis Treatment and ResearchDermatologic Treatments and Research