Bells Palsy
Contents
Acceptability at Recruitment
ACCEPTABLE
Acceptability at CT / Work-Up
ACCEPTABLE
Individual at Risk
Recipient
Explanation of Condition
Temporary paralysis of one side of the face. Thought to be due to a transient viral infection which affects the facial nerve. Usually complete recovery, although this may take serveral months.
Guidance
Inform TC if acute episode identified at workup (possible viral aetiology).
Pseudonyms or Related Conditions
Version
Version 1, Edition 1
Date of Last Update
15th June 2012
