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Masses of the parotid gland are uncommonly related to branchiogenic origin. We report a case of complete facial paralysis caused by inflammation and infection of a branchial cyst of the parotid. The evaluative protocol and subsequent operative intervention are discussed.

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Facial Paralysis Resulting from Parotid Branchial Cyst

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