Periorbital Autologous Fat Grafting in Facial Nerve Palsy

Purpose: To report outcomes and complications of periorbital autologous fat grafting (AFG) in improving volume loss-related symmetry and function in facial nerve palsy patients and to assess patient satisfaction. Methods: A retrospective, noncomparative review of all facial nerve palsy patients who underwent periorbital AFG at single center over a 4-year period. Two independent graders objectively assessed standard photographs for any change in volume loss and symmetry: pre- and postoperative periods (early, 0–2 months; intermediate, 3–9 months; and late, >10 months). Any adverse outcomes were recorded. Patient satisfaction was assessed by questionnaire survey. Results: A total of 18 facial nerve palsy patients (13 females) underwent periorbital AFG between February 2011 and 2015. Mean age was 51.9 ± 15.3 years (range, 26–76). Mean follow up was 6.8 ± 4.6 (range, 0.5–15) months. Photographs of 14 patients were eligible for evaluation. Tear trough visibility (p

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