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AI could take the guesswork out of Bell's palsy recovery

NCT ID NCT07573358

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study will check if an artificial intelligence (AI) system can accurately measure facial paralysis in people with Bell's palsy. Currently, doctors use subjective scales that can vary between observers. The AI analyzes facial movements using a camera and compares its scores to the standard clinical method. If successful, this could lead to more consistent and objective monitoring of recovery.

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Participants

About 63 people

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Expected to start

Jun 2026

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Expected to finish

Dec 2026

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Sixty-three patients of both sexes with unilateral Bell's palsy will be recruited from private clinics. Patients will be diagnosed by a neurologist based on clinical examination.

Ages

25 to 40 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with unilateral Bell's palsy. * Patients must be within one month of onset of Bell's palsy symptoms at the time of enrollment. * Body mass index (BMI) less than 30 $kg/m\^2$. * Patients must be cooperative and able to follow simple verbal instructions during facial movement tasks. Exclusion Criteria: * Bilateral facial paralysis or recurrent Bell's palsy. * Facial nerve palsy due to known secondary causes (e.g., trauma, neoplasm, infection, stroke, Ramsay Hunt syndrome, or otitis media). * Facial deformities, scars, or burns that interfere with facial motion detection. * Uncooperative or cognitively impaired individuals unable to follow instructions or maintain required facial postures.

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Conditions

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Bell's palsy Facial Asymmetry

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Bell's palsy Facial nerve paralysis

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  • Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University

    Giza, Giza Governorate, 12613, Egypt

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