Langhout, Gerrit C. (author), Kuhlmann, Koert F.D. (author), Schreuder, Pim (author), Bydlon, Torre (author), Smeele, Ludi E. (author), van den Brekel, Michiel W.M. (author), Sterenborg, Henricus J.C.M. (author), Hendriks, B.H.W. (author), Ruers, Theo J.M. (author) Background: Careful identification of nerves during head and neck surgery is essential to prevent nerve damage. Currently, nerves are identified based on anatomy and appearance, optionally combined with electromyography (EMG). In challenging cases, nerve damage is reported in up to 50%. Recently, optical techniques, like diffuse reflectance...
journal article 2018
