Parotidectomy
Authors: Trevor Hackman, MD, Boyd Gillespie, MD, Kiran Kakarala MD
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What is the parotid? Why do I need a parotidectomy?
What happens before surgery?
What happens during surgery?
What should I expect after surgery?
What are the risks of surgery?
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