What are the complications of sternocleidomastoid myotomy

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The reason why a person's body can move freely is not only because of the bones, but also because of the muscle connection. I'd like to explain the complications of sternocleidomastoid myotomy.

What are the complications of sternocleidomastoid myotomy

Complications 1: it may damage the accessory nerve, phrenic nerve, internal jugular vein, external jugular vein, carotid artery and the top of pleura; when cutting off the muscle attachment point, it may damage or lift up the sternum, clavicle and periosteum of mastoid, resulting in bone hyperplasia; for late adult torticollis with craniofacial asymmetry, postoperative facial asymmetry will be more obvious.

The second complication: sternocleidomastoid myotomy and plaster neck fixation, no risk, can reverse tilt head exercise, restore facial asymmetry. Will make people feel very uncomfortable face, and to actively pay attention to exercise, to avoid the occurrence of these complications.

Complication 3: after about a year of manual treatment, the deformity is still obvious, neck rotation activity is reduced, facial deformity, or neck muscle hard and thick short, should consider the implementation of surgical treatment for the baby.

matters needing attention

After the operation, do not do strenuous exercise, pay attention to bed rest, do not eat stimulating food, eat some easy to digest and absorb food, and to maintain a good mood, pay attention to postoperative care, avoid complications.