Abstract:ObjectiveTo observe the therapeutic effect of mouse nerve growth factor for RamsayHunt syndrome.MethodsClinical data of 23 patients suffering from RamsayHunt syndrome from Jan 2010 to Dec 2013 were analyzed retrospectively. They were randomly divided into observation group (n=11) and control group (n=12). The patients of the control group were given conventional therapy of antiviral drugs and steroid hormone, while those of the observation group received additional treatment of mouse nerve growth factor on the basis of the control group. Their therapeutic effects were evaluated with HouseBrackmann scale of facial nerve function, initial effect time, average course of treatment and facial nerve conduction velocity. The difference of the therapeutic effect between the two groups was compared.ResultsAfter treatment, the HouseBrackmann scale and conduction velocity of facial nerve of the observation group were more significant improved than those of the control group. The initial effect time and average course of the observation group were shorter than those of the control group. All the differences between the two groups were statistically significant (all P<0.05). ConclusionMouse nerve growth factor is effective for the treatment of RamsayHunt syndrome. This disease should be diagnosed as soon as possible and timely treatment should be given.