The trigeminal is intact, so the afferent arm of the corneal reflex is intact. This would result in a normal consensual reflex. Since the facial muscles on the left side are paralyzed, the direct reflex would not be present. The term, direct reflex refers to the side stimulated.
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Ch 06: Head Somatic & Visceral Sensory Systems
Author:
M.D.Stephen VoronLecturer
University of Utah
USA
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