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Jerosha S, Subramonian SG, Ramakrishnan KK. The Radiological Assessment of Carotid Space Lesions: A Case Series. Cureus 2024; 16:e62202. [PMID: 39006651 PMCID: PMC11240007 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.62202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2024] [Accepted: 06/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024] Open
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Carotid space lesions present diagnostic challenges due to their diverse etiology and varied clinical manifestations. This article critically reviews the anatomy of the carotid space and highlights the spectrum of pathologies within this complex region, illustrated by three case studies. The cases were examined with ultrasonography (USG), computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Schwannomas appeared heterogeneously hypodense on plain CT and partially hyperdense on contrast-enhanced CT (CECT), with displacement of adjacent vessels. Vagal-origin schwannomas caused the anteromedial displacement of the internal carotid artery. Paragangliomas were typically homogeneously hyperdense on CECT, with lateral displacement of the internal carotid artery when of carotid body origin. The management of carotid space lesions depends on the resectability of the tumors; unresectable tumors are managed with chemotherapy. This overview enhances clinical understanding and diagnostic accuracy, facilitating improved patient outcomes in managing carotid space lesions.
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- Stany Jerosha
- Radiodiagnosis, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND
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- Radiodiagnosis, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND
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- Radiodiagnosis, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND
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Ozawa H. Current management of carotid body tumors. Auris Nasus Larynx 2024; 51:501-506. [PMID: 38522353 DOI: 10.1016/j.anl.2024.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Revised: 01/03/2024] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/26/2024]
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Carotid body tumors (CBTs) are neoplasms that occur at the bifurcation of the carotid artery and are pathologically classified as paragangliomas. In the 4th edition of the WHO classification, paragangliomas are categorized as neoplasms with malignant potential. Clinically, about 5% of CBTs present with malignant features such as metastasis. Currently, it is challenging to distinguish between tumors with benign courses and those that present malignantly. Recent advances in genetic testing have elucidated the genetic characteristics of paragangliomas, including carotid body tumors. Over 20 genes have been identified as being involved in tumor development. Particularly in head and neck paragangliomas, abnormalities in genes related to succinate dehydrogenase are frequently observed. Research is ongoing to understand the mechanisms by which these genes contribute to tumor development. The definitive treatment for CBTs is surgical resection. These tumors are prone to bleeding and often adhere firmly to the carotid artery, making intraoperative bleeding control challenging. The risk of lower cranial nerve paralysis is relatively high, and there is a risk of stroke because of manipulation of the carotid artery. Preoperative evaluation with angiography is essential, and a multi-disciplinary surgical team approach is necessary. In cases where the tumor is difficult to resect or has metastasized, radiation therapy or chemotherapy are employed. Clinical trials involving targeted molecular therapies and radiopharmaceuticals have recently been conducted, with some applied clinically. The development of various new treatments is anticipated, providing hope for therapeutic options in refractory cases.
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- Hiroyuki Ozawa
- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, 35 Shinanomachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan.
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Palade DO, Hainarosie R, Zamfir A, Vrinceanu D, Pertea M, Tusaliu M, Mocanu F, Voiosu C. Paragangliomas of the Head and Neck: A Review of the Latest Diagnostic and Treatment Methods. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2024; 60:914. [PMID: 38929531 PMCID: PMC11205799 DOI: 10.3390/medicina60060914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2024] [Revised: 05/19/2024] [Accepted: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Background and objectives: Paragangliomas of the head and neck are rare, slow-growing neuroendocrine tumors, benign in their vast majority, but with a possibility of developing distant metastases. They show great inheritable character, and their behavior has proven to be unpredictable; therefore, they are considered malignant. Material and methods: This article aims to offer a more comprehensive presentation of the pathogenesis, epidemiology, diagnostic methods, imaging development, and treatment guidelines. We tried to bring together all the necessary data that, in our opinion, a head and neck practitioner should know when managing this type of tumor. Our main focus is on the most recent studies, with the purpose of a homogenous presentation of all current guidelines and approaches to this pathology. Results: Paragangliomas of the head and neck are still a disputed topic. One of the main reasons for that is their low incidence of 0.3 to 1 per 100,000 every year. The most frequent locations are the carotid body, the temporal bone, the jugular and mastoid foramen, and the vagal nerve. Their clinical presentation usually involves a painless lateral mass associated with symptoms such as hoarseness, hearing loss, tinnitus, and cranial nerve deficits. Up to 40% of them are inherited, mostly linked with mutations of succinate dehydrogenase complex. Imaging evaluation consists of CT and MRI, and new functional explorations such as 18F-FDA and 18F-FDG PET/CT, 18F-DOPA PET, 123I-MIBG, and 68Ga-DOTATE PET/CT. Measuring the catecholamine levels in the plasma and urine is mandatory, even though paragangliomas of the head and neck rarely display secretory behavior. Treatment mainly consists of surgery, with different approaches and techniques, but conservative management methods such as wait and scan, radiotherapy, proton therapy, and chemotherapy have proven their efficiency. The therapeutical decision lacks consensus, and current studies tend to recommend an individualized approach. Guidelines regarding long-term follow-up are still a matter of debate.
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- Dragos Octavian Palade
- Surgery Department, Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania
- ENT Department, “Sf. Spiridon” Emergency Hospital Iasi, 700111 Iasi, Romania
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- ENT Department, Faculty of Medicine, “Carol Davilla” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- ENT Department, “Grigore Alexandrescu” Children’s Emergency Hospital, 011743 Bucharest, Romania
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- ENT Department, Faculty of Medicine, “Carol Davilla” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Surgery Department, Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania
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- ENT Department, Faculty of Medicine, “Carol Davilla” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- ENT Department, “Sf. Spiridon” Emergency Hospital Iasi, 700111 Iasi, Romania
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- ENT Department, Faculty of Medicine, “Carol Davilla” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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Ridha B, Aram V, Baram A, Hama Baqi SY, Yaldo F. Surgical outcomes for carotid body tumour resection without preoperative embolization: a 10-year experience. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2024; 86:2181-2188. [PMID: 38576983 PMCID: PMC10990344 DOI: 10.1097/ms9.0000000000001847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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Background Carotid body tumours (CBTs) are neoplasms originating from the paraganglionic cells of the carotid body. Excision is the main route of treatment. This study sought to assess the surgical outcomes of post-carotid body tumour resection without preoperative embolization and discern any underlying relationships between modified Shamblin classes (MSC) and related complications. Methods A retrospective medical record review of prospectively collected data is performed at Sulaymaniyah Teaching Hospital between 2008 and 2019, for 54 patients. Presurgical and postsurgical variables such as comorbidities and complications were noted, respectively. Results Patient ages ranged between 26 and 60 years (x̄=40.06) with a minimal female predominance (57.4%). Complications included one minor stroke. MSC and postoperative complications were significantly related (P≤0.001). Our analyses also suggested a significant relationship between intraoperative blood loss and the incidence of postoperative complications (P=0.001, χ²=25). The MSC III subtype was significantly associated with intraoperative blood loss (P=0.000), length of stay (P=0.000), and operating time (P=0.001). Conclusions Our study purports a strong relationship between greater MSC and complications of all types. As such, surgeons may benefit from preoperative strategies to minimize complications.
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- Barzany Ridha
- College of Medicine University of Saskatchewan, 2222 Wascana Greens, Regina, SK, Canada
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- College of Medicine, Slemani Teaching Hospitals University of Sulaimani
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- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, College of Medicine University of Sulaimani, Sulaimani Shar Teaching Hospital Al Sulaymaniyah Iraq
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- Kurdistan Board for medical specialties, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
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- Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellow-Queensland Children Hospital FKBMS Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery 501 Stanley St, South Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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Abdullah A, Hamzah A, Alsudais AS, Alzahrani RS, Souror H, Alqarni GS, Ashqar AA, Hemeq YH, Dakkak O. A Global Bibliometric Analysis of the Top 100 Most Cited Articles on Carotid Body Tumors. Cureus 2024; 16:e54754. [PMID: 38524015 PMCID: PMC10961149 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.54754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/26/2024] Open
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The carotid body, situated at the common carotid artery bifurcation, comprises specialized glomus cells responsible for sensing blood oxygen, carbon dioxide, pH, and temperature changes, crucial for regulating breathing and maintaining oxygen homeostasis. Carotid body tumors (CBTs), arising from these cells, are rare, representing only 0.5% of head and neck tumors, often presenting as benign, slow-growing, vascularized masses. In February 2023, this bibliometric analysis was conducted, which involved screening 1733 articles from the Web of Science database. The screening process was based on citation count, and articles were selected for inclusion based on specific criteria that focused on CBTs located within the carotid bifurcation. Rigorous selection involved independent screening and data extraction by four authors. The top 100 articles, published between 1948 and 2019, totaled 6623 citations and were authored by 98 unique first authors from 22 countries and 77 institutions, spanning 42 journals. Treatment articles were the predominant category, comprising 49% of the literature. This analysis offers insights into publication trends, identifies literature gaps, and outlines areas of research focus, providing a valuable resource to guide future studies on CBTs.
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- Abdullah Abdullah
- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, SAU
- Department of Research, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, SAU
- Department of Research, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, SAU
- Department of Research, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, SAU
- Department of Research, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Jeddah, SAU
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- Department of Surgery (Vascular Surgery), International Medical Center Hospital, Jeddah, SAU
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Mahajan A, Shaikh A, Shukla S, Vaish R, Agarwal U, Smriti V, Rastogi S, Deokar S, Suryavanshi S, Chaturvedi P, Laskar SG, Prabhash K, Patil V, Noronha V, Menon N, Pai P, Pantvaidya G, Rane SU, Bal M, Mittal N, Patil A, Dcruz AK. MR imaging-based risk stratification scoring system to predict clinical outcomes in carotid body tumors. Front Oncol 2024; 13:1200598. [PMID: 38348117 PMCID: PMC10860202 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1200598] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
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Objectives This study aims to evaluate the role of pretherapy MRI in predicting outcomes in carotid body tumors and propose a grading system for high- and low-risk characteristics. Materials and methods A retrospective observational study of 44 patients with 51 lesions was carried out from year 2005 to 2020. MR images were reviewed for characteristics of carotid body tumor, and a score was given that was correlated with intra- and postoperative findings. The various other classifications and our proposed Mahajan classification were compared with Shamblin's classification. The area under the curve and ROC curves were used to present the accuracy of different predictive models. Results Our scoring system allotted a score of 0 to 15 on the basis of MRI characteristics, with scores calculated for patients in our study ranging from 0 to 13. Lesions with scores of 0-6 were considered low risk (45%), and scores of 7-15 were regarded as high risk for surgery (55%). The Mahajan classification stages tumors into four grades: I (10%), II (20%), IIIa (8%), and IIIb (62%). The frequency of vascular injury was 50% in category I and 64% in category IIIb. The frequency of cranial nerve injury was 50%, 66%, and 27% in categories I, II, and IIIb. Conclusion The Mahajan classification of CBTs evaluates high-risk factors like the distance of the tumor from the skull base and the angle of contact with ICA, which form the major predictors of neurovascular damage and morbidity associated with its surgery. Though the Shamblin classification of CBT is the most widely accepted classification, our proposed Mahajan classification system provides an imaging-based alternative to prognosticate surgical candidates preoperatively.
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- Abhishek Mahajan
- Department of Imaging, The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Department of Radiology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Radiology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Radiology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Radiology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Radiology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Radiology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Pathology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Pathology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Pathology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
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Pouhin A, Die Loucou J, Malikov S, Gallet P, Anxionnat R, Jazayeri A, Steinmetz E, Settembre N. Surgical Management of Carotid Body Tumors: Experience of Two Centers. Ann Vasc Surg 2024; 98:1-6. [PMID: 37839653 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2023.08.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2023] [Revised: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 08/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Carotid body tumors (CBTs) are rare but require surgical resection given their potential for growth and malignancy. For some surgical teams, tumor hypervascularity justifies preoperative embolization to facilitate resection and limit complications. The objective of our study was to evaluate 2 different practices of surgical resection with or without preoperative embolization in a 2-center cohort. METHODS A consecutive series of patients who underwent CBT surgery, from January 2011 to June 2019, were divided into 2 groups, as to whether they were (embolized CBT [ECBT]) or not (nonembolized CBT [NECBT]) preoperatively embolized. Both groups were compared specifically according to the duration of operation, postoperative complications, and length of stay. RESULTS Twenty-two patients with a mean age of 48.5 ± 14.3 years were included. In the series, 23 CBTs were resected: 13 were embolized preoperatively; the mean time between embolization and surgery was 2.62 ± 1.50 days. Both groups were comparable based on characteristics of population and tumor, with a mean size of 33.2 ± 11.9 mm. We noted a significant increase in operation duration in the ECBT group: 151 min (±40.9) vs. 87.0 min (±21); P < 0.01. There was no difference between the 2 groups regarding cranial nerve (50% vs. 46%; P = 1), sympathetic nervous system (20% vs. 23%; P = 1), or vascular nerve (20% vs. 23%; P = 0.18) complications. No cerebrovascular accident was identified. The length of stay was 3.60 days (±1.78) vs. 3.73 days (±1.19; P = 0.44). CONCLUSIONS This study reflects the experience of 2 centers in the management of CBT which is a rare pathology with no standardized treatment. Our series showed no significant difference between the ECBT and NECBT groups regarding postoperative complications and length of hospital stay. The reduction in operating time in the NECBT group remains to be demonstrated.
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- Alexandre Pouhin
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Dijon University Hospital, Dijon, France.
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Dijon University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Nancy University Hospital, Nancy, France
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Nancy University Hospital, Nancy, France
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- Department of Radiology, Nancy University Hospital, Nancy, France
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Dijon University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Dijon University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Nancy University Hospital, Nancy, France
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Yuan W, Huo R, Hou C, Wang Z, Yang J, Wang T. Study on the Influencing Factors of Short-Term Recovery of Neurological Symptoms after Carotid Body Tumor Resection. World J Surg 2023; 47:2542-2553. [PMID: 37280446 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-023-07068-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/28/2023] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the differences in the short-term recovery from neurological symptoms (SRN) (≤ 6 months) and clinical characteristics of patients with different Shamblin classifications carotid body tumor (CBT) resection and to analyze the risk factors affecting SRN after surgery. METHODS Patients who underwent CBT resection between June 2018 and September 2022 were recruited. Perioperative factors and indicators of the nature of the tumor were recorded. The risk factors affecting SRN after CBT resection were analyzed using logistic regression analysis. RESULTS Eighty-five patients (43.86 ± 12.7 years, 46 females) were included, 40 (47.06%) of whom exhibited SRN. Univariate logistic regression showed that preoperative symptoms, surgical side, bilateral posterior communicating artery (PcoA) opening, some indicators of tumor size, operative/anesthesia time, and Shamblin III classification were correlated with postoperative neurological prognosis (all p < 0.05). After adjusting for confounders, preoperative symptoms (OR, 5.072; 95% CI 1.027-25.052; p = 0.046), surgical side (OR, 0.025; 95% CI 0.003-0234; p = 0.001), bilateral PcoA opening (OR, 22.671; 95% CI 2.549-201.666; p = 0.005), distance from the tip of the C2 dens to the superior aspect (dens-CBT) (OR, 0.918; 95% CI 0.858-0.982; p = 0.013) and Shamblin III classification (OR, 28.488; 95% CI 1.986-408.580; p = 0.014) were correlated with postoperative neurological symptom recovery. CONCLUSION Preoperative symptoms, surgical side (right), bilateral PcoA opening, a short dens-CBT and Shamblin III classification are risk factors affecting SRN after CBT resection. Early resection is recommended for small-volume CBTs without neurovascular compression or invasion to obtain SRN.
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- Wanzhong Yuan
- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, 49 North Garden Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100191, China
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- Department of Radiology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, 49 North Garden Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100191, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, 49 North Garden Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100191, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, 49 North Garden Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100191, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, 49 North Garden Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100191, China.
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Gabiache G, Zadro C, Rozenblum L, Vezzosi D, Mouly C, Thoulouzan M, Guimbaud R, Otal P, Dierickx L, Rousseau H, Trepanier C, Dercle L, Mokrane FZ. Image-Guided Precision Medicine in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Pheochromocytomas and Paragangliomas. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:4666. [PMID: 37760633 PMCID: PMC10526298 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15184666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2023] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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In this comprehensive review, we aimed to discuss the current state-of-the-art medical imaging for pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas (PPGLs) diagnosis and treatment. Despite major medical improvements, PPGLs, as with other neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), leave clinicians facing several challenges; their inherent particularities and their diagnosis and treatment pose several challenges for clinicians due to their inherent complexity, and they require management by multidisciplinary teams. The conventional concepts of medical imaging are currently undergoing a paradigm shift, thanks to developments in radiomic and metabolic imaging. However, despite active research, clinical relevance of these new parameters remains unclear, and further multicentric studies are needed in order to validate and increase widespread use and integration in clinical routine. Use of AI in PPGLs may detect changes in tumor phenotype that precede classical medical imaging biomarkers, such as shape, texture, and size. Since PPGLs are rare, slow-growing, and heterogeneous, multicentric collaboration will be necessary to have enough data in order to develop new PPGL biomarkers. In this nonsystematic review, our aim is to present an exhaustive pedagogical tool based on real-world cases, dedicated to physicians dealing with PPGLs, augmented by perspectives of artificial intelligence and big data.
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- Gildas Gabiache
- Department of Radiology, Rangueil University Hospital, 31400 Toulouse, France (F.-Z.M.)
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- Department of Radiology, Rangueil University Hospital, 31400 Toulouse, France (F.-Z.M.)
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Sorbonne Université, AP-HP, Hôpital La Pitié-Salpêtrière, 75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Endocrinology, Rangueil University Hospital, 31400 Toulouse, France
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- Department of Endocrinology, Rangueil University Hospital, 31400 Toulouse, France
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- Department of Oncology, Rangueil University Hospital, 31400 Toulouse, France
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- Department of Radiology, Rangueil University Hospital, 31400 Toulouse, France (F.-Z.M.)
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, IUCT-Oncopole, 31059 Toulouse, France;
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- Department of Radiology, Rangueil University Hospital, 31400 Toulouse, France (F.-Z.M.)
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- New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Department of Radiology, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY 10032, USA
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- New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Department of Radiology, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY 10032, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Rangueil University Hospital, 31400 Toulouse, France (F.-Z.M.)
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Shahbandari M, Arefinejad MS, Hajiahmadi S. The Role of CT Angiography to Predict the Shamblin Group in Carotid Body Tumors. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2023; 75:1767-1773. [PMID: 37636716 PMCID: PMC10447341 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-03719-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 03/17/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023] Open
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Carotid body tumors (CBTs) are uncommon benign head and neck neoplasms. Surgical resection is the treatment of choice for CBTs. However, the anatomical structures adjacent to the tumor tissue may encounter serious injuries during the surgery. Shamblin grading system is a surgical intra-operative scoring system to determine the risks associated with the surgery. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate the correlation of pre-surgical imaging parameters with Shamblin grades and intra-operative complications. In this cross sectional study, we enrolled 36 patients with CBTs. Preoperative cervical CT angiography was acquired in each participant and following parameters were reported in each case: Tumor volume, tumor distance to the base of the skull (TDBS), tumor contact with the internal carotid artery (ICA), and external carotid artery (ECA) and tumor density. Finally, we assessed the relation of pre-surgical imaging parameters with Shamblin grades, and intra-operative complications. Only tumor volume was significantly correlated with Shamblin grades (P < 0.05). The tumor contact with ECA was marginally correlated with Shamblin grades (P = 0.103); however, other imaging parameters were not significantly correlating with Shamblin grades. There was a statistically significant correlation between ICA contact and tumor volume with ECA injury. In addition, the tumor density significantly correlated with cranial nerves injury. The results of STATA analysis were indicative for 69.44% accordance between radiologic typing and Shamblin grading system. We found that tumor volume correlates significantly with Shamblin grading system, and there is significant correlation between tumor ICA contact, and tumor density and intra-operative complications.
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- Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Hezarjerib Avenue, Isfahan, Iran
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Kajal S, Kairo AK, Quadri JA, Sarwar S, Ahmed A, Shamim A, Kakkar A, Shariff A, Kumar R, Thakar A. Can Superoxide Anions Predict the Malignant Potential of Carotid body Tumor? - A Pilot Study. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2023; 75:1819-1825. [PMID: 37636665 PMCID: PMC10447714 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-03623-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2021] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023] Open
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Currently, there is no consensus on estimating the malignant potential of Carotid Body Tumor (CBT) and the only way to predict a metastatic CBT is through DOTANOC Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan. There is a well-established correlation between CBT and superoxide anions inside tumor cells. The purpose of this pilot study was to measure superoxide anions inside CBT cells and find if these can be used as marker to predict malignant potential of CBT. The results were also co-related with findings of DOTANOC PET scan retrospectively. The CBT tissue from 10 patients was stained using a fluorogenic dye and superoxide anions were measured by analysis of fluorescent image. The patients were divided into two groups - First group with four patients having potentially malignant CBT based upon clinico-surgical characteristics and second group with the rest of the six patients. It was seen that the superoxide anions were highest in the first group which included patients with metastatic carotid body tumor, patients with multiple paragangliomas and patient with positive family history (p = 0.011). The same patients also had metastasis and multiple tumors detected on DOTANOC PET scan. It was concluded that measuring superoxide anions in excised tumor tissue can be used to estimate malignant potential of CBT and can identify patients who truly require DOTANOC PET scan; without affecting the treatment, as it is an expensive investigation involving ionizing radiation and may not be available in all centres. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12070-023-03623-6.
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- S Kajal
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi Delhi, India
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi Delhi, India
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- Department of Anatomy, AIIMS, New Delhi Delhi, India
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- Department of Anatomy, AIIMS, New Delhi Delhi, India
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, AIIMS, New Delhi Delhi, India
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- Department of Anatomy, AIIMS, New Delhi Delhi, India
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi Delhi, India
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi Delhi, India
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Evans M, Minc S, Almenoff M. Resection of a hormonally active carotid body tumor. ANNALS OF VASCULAR SURGERY. BRIEF REPORTS AND INNOVATIONS 2023; 3:100185. [PMID: 37223545 PMCID: PMC10202008 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsurg.2023.100185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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Treatment of carotid body tumors (CBTs) can be complicated by the presence of hormonal activity. This case describes the treatment of a 65-year-old woman that presented with an abnormally high blood pressure and was found to have a neck mass. Diagnostic imaging along with urine metanephrines revealed this mass to be a hormonally active CBT. Careful resection along with preoperative treatment with an alpha blockade allowed for a successful complete removal of the tumor without any complications. Although CBTs tend to be benign, and hormonally active tumors are rare, one must always maintain a level of suspicion of hormonal activity to prevent catastrophic operative events.
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- Megan Evans
- West Virginia University School of Medicine. 1 Medical Center Dr, Morgantown, WV 26505, USA
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, West Virginia University School of Medicine, Morgantown, WV. 1 Medical Center Dr, Morgantown, WV 26505, USA
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, West Virginia University School of Medicine, Morgantown, WV. 1 Medical Center Dr, Morgantown, WV 26505, USA
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Zhang X, Zheng Y, Li J, Zhang B. Application of the shear wave elastography in the assessment of carotid body tumors: A preliminary study. Front Oncol 2023; 12:1053236. [PMID: 36686815 PMCID: PMC9853190 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.1053236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2022] [Accepted: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Objectives To evaluate the elasticity of carotid body tumors (CBTs) by two-dimensional shear wave elastography (SWE). Methods 22 pathologically or clinically confirmed CBTs in 16 patients were scanned by SWE. The maximum elasticity value (Emax) and its standard deviation (SDmax) in kPa and m/s for CBTs were obtained by placing a round ROI (2-3 mm) on the stiffest region of the CBTs. Elasticity value was compared between hard and soft groups at manual palpation, benign and malignant groups and among three Shamblin types. The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC) analysis was performed to evaluate the performance of SWE in the malignancy prediction of CBTs. Sensitivity, specificity and accuracy were calculated. The cut-off value was obtained by using the Youden index. Results There were 19 benign CBTs and 3 malignant CBTs. Emax (kPa and m/s) and SDmax (kPa) were significantly higher in the hard group than in the soft group at manual palpation (P<0.05); The distribution of Emax in kPa and m/s and SDmax in kPa were different in the three Shamblin types (P<0.05), Emax (kPa and m/s)increased from shambling I to Shambling II and Shambling III; Emax (kPa and m/s) were significantly higher in the malignant CBTs than in the benign ones (P<0.05). Emax in kPa and m/s had the similar AUC value (AUC=0.947, P=1.0000) for the prediction of malignant CBTs. Emax in kPa with the cut-off 124.9kPa showed a sensitivity of 100.0%, specificity of 94.7%, and an accuracy of 95.5% (Z=8.500, P<0.0001); Emax in m/s with the cut-off 5.9m/s showed a sensitivity of 100.0%, specificity of 89.5% and an accuracy of 90.9% for the prediction of malignant CBTs (Z=9.143, P<0.0001). Conclusions Quantitative analysis of SWE obtained the good performance in the elasticity assessment of CBTs.
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- Xiaoyan Zhang
- Department of Ultrasound, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China,*Correspondence: Jianchu Li, ; Bo Zhang,
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- Department of Ultrasound, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China,*Correspondence: Jianchu Li, ; Bo Zhang,
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Wen D, Zhou J, Li Y, Zhu J, Wang S, Song C, Yin W, Jia Z, Zhu X, Wei X, Zhao Z, Sun Y. A new potential risk factor for permanent cranial nerve injury following carotid body tumor resection. Quant Imaging Med Surg 2023; 13:384-393. [PMID: 36620160 PMCID: PMC9816738 DOI: 10.21037/qims-22-464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2022] [Accepted: 10/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Background To quantify the association between the free distal segment length of the internal carotid artery (FDS-ICA) and permanent cranial nerve injury (p-CNI) following carotid body tumor (CBT) resection. Methods This study is a case-control study. We surveyed 109 consecutive patients who underwent CBT resection between June 2015 and June 2020 at our single center. A total of 89 patients met the inclusion criteria and were selected for analysis. The FDS-ICA was measured by image post-processing software for computed tomography angiography (CTA). Postoperative p-CNI complications were evaluated using comprehensive statistical approaches. Results The cohort was divided into 2 groups depending on the presence of p-CNI, namely the p-CNI group (n=17) and the non-CNI group (n=79). The average FDS-ICA of patients with p-CNI complications was shorter than that of those without p-CNI complications (P<0.001). For every 1 mm increase in FDS-ICA, there was an associated decrease of 8% in the risk of p-CNI (0.92, 95% CI: 0.85 to 0.98, P<0.05). Threshold effect analysis of the FDS-ICA on p-CNI identified that the FDS-ICA was 28.7 (95% CI: 23.8 to 30.9) mm. Conclusions The results of this study revealed a significant independent association between FDS-ICA and permanent postoperative cranial nerve injury complications of CBTs. Further study is warranted to confirm these results in a larger patient cohort.
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- Dihao Wen
- Department of General Surgery, The 980th Hospital of the PLA Joint Logistics Support Force (Primary Bethune International Peace Hospital of PLA), Shijiazhuang, China;,Department of Vascular Surgery, Changhai Hospital, the PLA Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Changhai Hospital, the PLA Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China;,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Vascular Lesions Regulation and Remodeling, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Changhai Hospital, the PLA Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Changhai Hospital, the PLA Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Changhai Hospital, the PLA Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Changhai Hospital, the PLA Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Changhai Hospital, The PLA Naval Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Changhai Hospital, The PLA Naval Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Changhai Hospital, the PLA Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Changhai Hospital, the PLA Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Changhai Hospital, the PLA Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, China
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Sarafoleanu C, Badea C, Lupoi D. BILATERAL CAROTID BODY PARAGANGLIOMAS - LITERATURE REVIEW AND COMMENTS IN A PATIENT WITH NO SIGNS OF MEN SYNDROME. ACTA ENDOCRINOLOGICA (BUCHAREST, ROMANIA : 2005) 2023; 19:133-141. [PMID: 37601710 PMCID: PMC10439330 DOI: 10.4183/aeb.2023.133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/22/2023]
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Paragangliomas are rare neuroendocrine slow-growing tumors, often asymptomatic, that originate from embryonic neural crest cell. In the head and neck area, the most common location is the carotid body, followed, with decreasing frequency, in jugular, tympanic and vagal sites. Bilateral carotid body tumors are extremely rare. Aim To present the most important features of carotid body paragangliomas, illustrating the clinical characteristics, associated with a thorough analysis of the diagnostic imaging elements, but also the current therapeutic strategies, with respective anatomical, surgical considerations and potential complications that can occur. Surgical resection is the main line of treatment. The complex anatomy of the cervical region and the close relationships of carotid body paragangliomas with carotid vessels and cranial nerves, as well as its intense vascularization makes the surgical intervention a real challenge even for an experienced surgeon. Discussion Starts from a bilateral carotid paraganglioma in a 35-year-old male, with painless lateral neck swelling, accidentally discovered by his barber about two years ago. Diagnosis was suspected on the basis of history, clinical and radiological findings. "Wait and scan" strategy plus endocrinologic assessment for MEN syndromes were considered the optimal therapeutic approach in this case.
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- C. Sarafoleanu
- “Sfanta Maria” Clinical Hospital, ENT&HNS Department, Bucharest, Romania
- “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
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- “Sfanta Maria” Clinical Hospital, ENT&HNS Department, Bucharest, Romania
- “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
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- “Sfanta Maria” Clinical Hospital, ENT&HNS Department, Bucharest, Romania
- “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
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Ramos A, Carnevale JA, Majeed K, Kocharian G, Hussain I, Goldberg JL, Schwarz J, Kutler DI, Knopman J, Stieg P. Multidisciplinary management of carotid body tumors: a single-institution case series of 22 patients. J Neurosurg 2023; 138:95-103. [PMID: 35523262 DOI: 10.3171/2022.3.jns22136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Carotid body tumors (CBTs) are rare, slow-growing neoplasms derived from the parasympathetic paraganglia of the carotid bodies. Although inherently vascular lesions, the role of preoperative embolization prior to resection remains controversial. In this report, the authors describe an institutional series of patients with CBT successfully treated via resection following preoperative embolization and compare the results in this series to previously reported outcomes in the treatment of CBT. METHODS All CBTs resected between 2013 and 2019 at a single institution were retrospectively identified. All patients had undergone preoperative embolization performed by interventional neuroradiologists, and all had been operated on by a combined team of cerebrovascular neurosurgeons and otolaryngology-head and neck surgeons. The clinical, radiographic, endovascular, and perioperative data were collected. All procedural complications were recorded. RESULTS Among 22 patients with CBT, 63.6% were female and the median age was 55.5 years at the time of surgery. The most common presenting symptoms included a palpable neck mass (59.1%) and voice changes (22.7%). The average tumor volume was 15.01 ± 14.41 cm3. Most of the CBTs were Shamblin group 2 (95.5%). Blood was predominantly supplied from branches of the ascending pharyngeal artery, with an average of 2 vascular pedicles (range 1-4). Fifty percent of the tumors were embolized with more than one material: polyvinyl alcohol, 95.5%; Onyx, 50.0%; and N-butyl cyanoacrylate glue, 9.1%. The average reduction in tumor blush following embolization was 83% (range 40%-95%). No embolization procedural complications occurred. All resections were performed within 30 hours of embolization. The average operative time was 173.9 minutes, average estimated blood loss was 151.8 ml, and median length of hospital stay was 4 days. The rate of permanent postoperative complications was 0%; 2 patients experienced transient hoarseness, and 1 patient had medical complications related to alcohol withdrawal. CONCLUSIONS This series reveals that endovascular embolization of CBT is a safe and effective technique for tumor devascularization, making preoperative angiography and embolization an important consideration in the management of CBT. Moreover, the successful management of CBT at the authors' institution rests on a multidisciplinary approach whereby endovascular surgeons, neurosurgeons, and ear, nose, and throat-head and neck surgeons work together to optimally manage each patient with CBT.
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- Alexander Ramos
- 1Departments of Neurological Surgery
- 3Interventional Neuroradiology, Weill Cornell Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York
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- 1Departments of Neurological Surgery
- 3Interventional Neuroradiology, Weill Cornell Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York
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- 1Departments of Neurological Surgery
- 3Interventional Neuroradiology, Weill Cornell Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York
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- 1Departments of Neurological Surgery
- 3Interventional Neuroradiology, Weill Cornell Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York
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- 1Departments of Neurological Surgery
- 3Interventional Neuroradiology, Weill Cornell Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York
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Degollado-García J, Medina-Pizarro M, Cano-Velazquez G, Balcázar-Padrón JC, Gutierrez-Avila O, Nathal E. Microsurgical treatment of carotid body tumors using periadventitial dissection: Analysis of outcomes and prognostic factors in a neurological referral center. Surg Neurol Int 2022; 13:487. [DOI: 10.25259/sni_572_2022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2022] [Accepted: 09/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
Abstract
Background:
Surgical resection for carotid body tumors (CBTs) is the gold standard of treatment and continues to be a challenging procedure, commonly associated with high vascular injury rates and neurological complications.
Methods:
It is a retrospective case series study between January 2002 and November 2020, with a mean follow-up of 29 months in a single nationwide referral center. Thirty-one patients diagnosed with a carotid body tumor and treated with microsurgical periadventitial resection were included in the study. Patients’ demographics, comorbidities, clinical, radiological factors, and tumor grade, evaluated by the Shamblin scale, were obtained. Statistical analysis was performed on all collected data.
Results:
In this study, we included 31 patients (32 tumors), 80% of the patients were female, and 20% were male, with a mean age of 53 years. One patient presented with bilateral lesions, while 17 tumors were located on the left side. The most frequent symptom was a painless, slow-growing neck mass in 74% of patients. Using the Shamblin classification, 13% of tumors were Grade I, 53% Grade II, and 34% Grade III. In the postoperative period, 3% of patients presented with permanent cranial nerve deficit, while none had vascular injuries or postoperative stroke. A tumor >5 cm increased the risk for nerve lesion by 11 times (OR 12.6, CI 95% 7.4-11.4, P < 0.001).
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Preoperative embolization followed by periadventitial resection by means of a microsurgical technique is a safe and effective approach to remove CBT, with 3% cranial nerve injury rate and no need for vascular sacrifice or reconstruction.
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- Javier Degollado-García
- Department of Vascular Neurosurgery, Instuto Nacional de Neurología y Neurocirugía “Manuel Velasco Suárez” - Mexico City, Mexico
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, United States,
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- Department of Vascular Neurosurgery, Instuto Nacional de Neurología y Neurocirugía “Manuel Velasco Suárez” - Mexico City, Mexico
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- Department of Vascular Neurosurgery, Instuto Nacional de Neurología y Neurocirugía “Manuel Velasco Suárez” - Mexico City, Mexico
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Civil de Guadalajara. Guadalajara City, Mexico
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- Department of Vascular Neurosurgery, Instuto Nacional de Neurología y Neurocirugía “Manuel Velasco Suárez” - Mexico City, Mexico
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Dwivedi G, Bharadwaja S, Kovilapu UB, Swain P, Kumari A. Carotid Body Tumor: A Case Report and Review of Literature. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2022; 74:2409-2416. [PMID: 36452787 PMCID: PMC9702211 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-020-02189-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Accepted: 09/28/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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Carotid body tumour (CBT) is a rare hypervascular tumor in the head and neck region. It develops from neural crest origin paraganglionic tissue which is an arterial chemoreceptor. It presents as a slow growing mass at the carotid bifurcation. Its optimal evaluation and treatment requires involvement of multiple specialities. Because of the high rate of neurovascular complications, resection of this tumor is challenging for surgeons. Early tumor detection, meticulous evaluation and multidisciplinary approach are vital for successful management of these tumors. A case of CBT in a 50 year-old lady managed at our centre is being reported here along with a review of literature.
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Sarookhani A, Chegini R. Carotid Body Tumor: Our Experience with 42 Patients and a Literature Review. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2022; 74:279-286. [PMID: 36213462 PMCID: PMC9535048 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-021-02453-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2020] [Accepted: 02/08/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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To review characteristics, signs, diagnostic methods, and surgical complications in patients with carotid body tumor, in addition to a literature review. This was a cross-sectional study carried out on 42 patients with carotid body tumors referred to Al-Zahra hospital of Isfahan from January 1, 2016, to December 31, 2019. The studied characteristics included age at the onset of symptoms, gender, symptoms, duration of symptomatic status before diagnosis, diagnostic methods, pathological outcome, tumor stage, and surgical complications. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS 21. In this study, 34 patients (80.96%) were female. The mean age at the onset of symptoms was 54.41 years. The mean duration of symptoms before diagnosis was 12.55 months. There was no significant difference between genders for the age and duration of symptoms before diagnosis (p > 0.05). Symptoms were mainly painless mass, hoarseness, coughing, earache, tinnitus, and headache. After surgery, two cases of permanent cranial nerve injuries were found. Thirty-nine patients (93%) were diagnosed by ultrasound imaging and CT scan. We had one case of arterial repair. There was one malignant and one functional tumor. According to the results, carotid body tumor is more common in females especially on the right side. Bilateral tumors are prevalent in females. This mass should be removed by surgery at the time of diagnosis in cases where the patient is not at high risk for surgery due to comorbidities, and the risk of complications following surgery is low. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12070-021-02453-8.
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- Abbas Sarookhani
- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine Al-Zahra Hospital, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Metabolic Liver Diseases Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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Gonzalez-Urquijo M, Castro-Varela A, Barrios-Ruiz A, Hinojosa-Gonzalez DE, Salas AKG, Morales EA, González-González M, Fabiani MA. Current trends in carotid body tumors: Comprehensive review. Head Neck 2022; 44:2316-2332. [PMID: 35838064 DOI: 10.1002/hed.27147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2022] [Revised: 06/16/2022] [Accepted: 06/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Carotid body tumor (CBT) is a rare neoplasm that has been increasingly studied during the last decades; nevertheless, it continues to be a topic of controversy. This review aims to provide an update on the general features of CBT and particularly review different treatment strategies and primary outcomes. METHODS Data for this literature review were identified by PubMed, Scopus, and Medline. 93 articles from the initial search were included, as well as 28 relevant studies utilizing the snowballing method; totaling 121 articles about CBT. RESULTS Main features such as anatomy, embryology, genetics, clinical presentation, and diagnosis of CBT are presented, followed by evidence of different treatment strategies such as radiotherapy, preoperative embolization, vascular resection, and vascular reconstruction. Main complications are also discussed. CONCLUSION This review summarizes the most critical aspects regarding CBT. Future studies should compare different treatments to attain the best surgical results with lower morbidity rates.
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico.,Tecnologico de Monterrey, The Institute for Obesity Research, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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Lin EP, Chin BB, Fishbein L, Moritani T, Montoya SP, Ellika S, Newlands S. Head and Neck Paragangliomas: An Update on the Molecular Classification, State-of-the-Art Imaging, and Management Recommendations. Radiol Imaging Cancer 2022; 4:e210088. [PMID: 35549357 DOI: 10.1148/rycan.210088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Paragangliomas are neuroendocrine tumors that derive from paraganglia of the autonomic nervous system, with the majority of parasympathetic paragangliomas arising in the head and neck. More than one-third of all paragangliomas are hereditary, reflecting the strong genetic predisposition of these tumors. The molecular basis of paragangliomas has been investigated extensively in the past couple of decades, leading to the discovery of several molecular clusters and more than 20 well-characterized driver genes (somatic and hereditary), which are more than are known for any other endocrine tumor. Head and neck paragangliomas are largely related to the pseudohypoxia cluster and have been previously excluded from most molecular profiling studies. This review article introduces the molecular classification of paragangliomas, with a focus on head and neck paragangliomas, and discusses its impact on the management of these tumors. Genetic testing is now recommended for all patients with paragangliomas to provide screening and surveillance recommendations for patients and relatives. While CT and MRI provide excellent anatomic characterization of paragangliomas, gallium 68 tetraazacyclododecane tetraacetic acid-octreotate (ie, 68Ga-DOTATATE) has superior sensitivity and is recommended as first-line imaging in patients with head and neck paragangliomas with concern for multifocal and metastatic disease, patients with known multifocal and metastatic disease, and in candidates for targeted peptide-receptor therapy. Keywords: Molecular Imaging, MR Perfusion, MR Spectroscopy, Neuro-Oncology, PET/CT, SPECT/CT, Head/Neck, Genetic Defects © RSNA, 2022.
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- Edward P Lin
- From the Departments of Imaging Sciences (E.P.L., S.E.) and Otolaryngology (S.N.), University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box 648, Rochester, NY 14642; Departments of Radiology (B.B.C.) and Medicine (L.F.), University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colo; Department of Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich (T.M.); Eastern Radiologists, East Carolina University, Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC (S.P.M.); and Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Mass (S.P.M.)
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- From the Departments of Imaging Sciences (E.P.L., S.E.) and Otolaryngology (S.N.), University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box 648, Rochester, NY 14642; Departments of Radiology (B.B.C.) and Medicine (L.F.), University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colo; Department of Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich (T.M.); Eastern Radiologists, East Carolina University, Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC (S.P.M.); and Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Mass (S.P.M.)
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- From the Departments of Imaging Sciences (E.P.L., S.E.) and Otolaryngology (S.N.), University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box 648, Rochester, NY 14642; Departments of Radiology (B.B.C.) and Medicine (L.F.), University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colo; Department of Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich (T.M.); Eastern Radiologists, East Carolina University, Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC (S.P.M.); and Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Mass (S.P.M.)
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- From the Departments of Imaging Sciences (E.P.L., S.E.) and Otolaryngology (S.N.), University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box 648, Rochester, NY 14642; Departments of Radiology (B.B.C.) and Medicine (L.F.), University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colo; Department of Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich (T.M.); Eastern Radiologists, East Carolina University, Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC (S.P.M.); and Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Mass (S.P.M.)
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- From the Departments of Imaging Sciences (E.P.L., S.E.) and Otolaryngology (S.N.), University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box 648, Rochester, NY 14642; Departments of Radiology (B.B.C.) and Medicine (L.F.), University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colo; Department of Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich (T.M.); Eastern Radiologists, East Carolina University, Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC (S.P.M.); and Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Mass (S.P.M.)
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- From the Departments of Imaging Sciences (E.P.L., S.E.) and Otolaryngology (S.N.), University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box 648, Rochester, NY 14642; Departments of Radiology (B.B.C.) and Medicine (L.F.), University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colo; Department of Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich (T.M.); Eastern Radiologists, East Carolina University, Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC (S.P.M.); and Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Mass (S.P.M.)
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- From the Departments of Imaging Sciences (E.P.L., S.E.) and Otolaryngology (S.N.), University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box 648, Rochester, NY 14642; Departments of Radiology (B.B.C.) and Medicine (L.F.), University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colo; Department of Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich (T.M.); Eastern Radiologists, East Carolina University, Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC (S.P.M.); and Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Mass (S.P.M.)
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The value of ultrasound for the preoperative assessment of carotid body tumors. Clin Imaging 2022; 87:38-42. [PMID: 35487160 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinimag.2022.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2022] [Revised: 04/07/2022] [Accepted: 04/19/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the value of ultrasound (US) examination for the preoperative assessment of carotid body tumors (CBTs) and to predict surgical outcomes. METHODS A total of 15 CBT lesions in 15 patients were included in this study. CBT measurements determined using US, and included maximal diameter, volume, tumor distance to base of skull (DTBOS), and carotid wall infiltration. A correlation analysis was conducted to determine the correlation between US measurements and surgical outcomes, including estimated blood loss (EBL), cranial nerve injury, surgical time, and hospital length of stay (HLOS). RESULTS EBL showed a high level of correlation with the maximal dimeter (r = 0.596, p < .05) and the volume of the tumor (r = 0.864, p < .05). Surgical time was positively correlated with tumor volume (r = 0.592, p < .05) and negatively correlated with DTBOS (r = -0.554, p < .05). There was no significant correlation (p > .05) shown between cranial nerve injury and US variables. HLOS showed the high degree of correlation with the maximal dimeter (r = 0.658, p < .05), and was also negatively correlated with DTBOS (r = -0.620, p < .00). CONCLUSIONS US examination allows for the visualization of features of CBTs, which is a useful and safe tool to be used to predict surgical outcomes. Further research is necessary to validate this exploration method for the preoperative assessment of CBTs.
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Bhattacharjee S, Jain RD, Bathala L, Hk A, Sharma VK. Pictorial Essay of Cervical Duplex Ultrasonography. POCUS JOURNAL 2022; 7:245-252. [PMID: 36896382 PMCID: PMC9983729 DOI: 10.24908/pocus.v7i2.15635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Objectives: Cervical duplex ultrasonography (CDU) is a simple, non-invasive, portable technique, that provides valuable high-quality visual information about the integrity of the carotid and vertebral vessels, plaque morphology and flow hemodynamics. CDU is useful in the assessment and follow up of patients with cerebrovascular disease as well as other conditions like inflammatory vasculitis, carotid artery dissection and carotid body tumours. CDU is inexpensive and invaluable in smaller centres. Methods: CDU was performed in all patients in both longitudinal and transverse planes in the out-patient clinic. Brightness mode (B-mode) and Doppler waveforms were obtained. Relevant findings were presented. Results: CDU provides real time visualisation of plaque characteristics and follow up, hemodynamic characteristics in Takayasu arteritis, visualisation of dissection. Conclusion: With availability of MR/CT angiography, CDU can be an adjuvant in follow up, triage and early bed-side diagnosis of the vascular diseases. We present our experience with CDU in the out-patient clinics in this pictorial essay.
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- Division of Neurology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, National University Hospital Singapore
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Graham NJ, Smith JD, Else T, Basura GJ. Paragangliomas of the head and neck: a contemporary review. ENDOCRINE ONCOLOGY (BRISTOL, ENGLAND) 2022; 2:R153-R162. [PMID: 37435464 PMCID: PMC10259325 DOI: 10.1530/eo-22-0080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2022] [Accepted: 11/09/2022] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
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Head and neck paragangliomas (HNPGLs) are slow-growing, vascular, typically benign tumors whose growth may induce significant lower cranial nerve deficits. While most tumors arise sporadically, a significant portion is associated with defined genetic syndromes. While surgical resection has historically been the gold standard, management strategies have evolved with acknowledgement of high surgical morbidity, slow tumor growth rates, and technological advances. Conservative management approaches via observation and newer radiation therapy techniques have become more common. This review seeks to provide an update on contemporary management strategies for HNPGLs and future directions.
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- Nathan J Graham
- Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology, and Diabetes, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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Liu J, Mu H, Zhang W. Diagnosis and treatment of carotid body tumors. Am J Transl Res 2021; 13:14121-14132. [PMID: 35035757 PMCID: PMC8748146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2021] [Accepted: 11/27/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate the clinical diagnosis, treatment, and complication prevention of carotid body tumors (CBTs). METHODS The medical records of 24 patients with CBTs treated in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University from 1999 to 2014 were reviewed. All the patients had unilateral CBTs and underwent preoperative B-mode ultrasound. Before surgery, CBT diagnosis was confirmed by digital subtraction angiography (DSA) in 8 patients, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in 9 patients, and computed tomography angiography (CTA) in 11 patients. All the patients had surgical intervention and preoperative Matas test. The retrograde stump pressure in the internal carotid artery was monitored in all the cases during surgery. Transcranial Doppler (TCD) inspection was performed on all patients before and during surgery. Simple tumor resection was performed in 8 patients, and excision of both the tumor and external carotid artery was performed in 11 cases. Five patients received intraluminal shunt after tumor resection and partial removal of internal, external, and common carotid arteries. RESULTS The diagnostic accuracy of B-mode ultrasound, DSA, MRI, and CTA was 75%, 100%, 88.9%, and 90.9%, respectively. In the enrolled 24 patients, tumors were completely removed with no postoperative death, hemiplegia, or blindness. There were 4 cases of transient hypoglossal nerve palsy and 1 case of transient vagus nerve involvement after surgery, which were recovered after 4-8 months of follow-up. No recurrence was found in the included patients during the followed-up, varied from 3 months to 4 years. B-mode ultrasound examination can be used as a preliminary screening method. DSA, CTA, and MRI are all effective diagnostic tools for CBTs. Among them, the diagnostic coincidence rate of DSA is 100%, making it the most effective means of inspection. Surgical resection is the first choice for the treatment of CBT patients who are willing to undergo surgery. CONCLUSIONS Preoperative routine Matas test can improve the brain tolerance of patients with carotid artery occlusion, preoperative, and intraoperative TCD monitoring are beneficial to understand the intracranial circulation in the circle of Willis. Intraoperative monitoring of residual arterial pressure and intraluminal shunt can prevent or significantly reduce the incidence of serious postoperative complications.
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- Junjie Liu
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical UniversityJinan 250021, Shandong, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong UniversityJinan 250021, Shandong, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Qi Lu Children’s Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinan 250022, Shandong, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical UniversityJinan 250021, Shandong, China
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Wolf B, Czajkowska M, Dorobisz A. Intraoperative Carotid Artery Injuries. Review of the
literature, analysis of the material of one centre. POLISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY 2021. [DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0015.6102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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<br><b>Introduction:</b> Injuries of the carotid artery constitute a rare group of injuries. This study presents results of the treatment of 44 patients with iatrogenic carotid artery injuries for over 20 years. The patients were treated by the team of doctors of the Department of Vascular, General and Transplant Surgery in Wroclaw in the years 1997–2017 (Head of the Department Prof. Klemens Skóra, MD, and Prof. Piotr Szyber, MD, PhD – material used with permission).</br>
<br><b>Aim:</b> Aims of the analysis are: to estimate the frequency of different forms of iatrogenic injuries to the common and internal carotid artery, to evaluate the results of treatment, to assess the most effective surgical method depending on the type of injury, and develop an effective preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative regimen.</br>
<br><b>Discussion and results:</b> The frequency of various carotid artery injuries (blunt, acute, traffic) was constant between years, but the number of iatrogenic injuries definitely increased over time. The prognosis for patients with carotid artery injury, especially when combined with multi-organ trauma, is the gravest. Significantly better treatment results were achieved with both acute and iatrogenic injuries. This is mainly due to easier and quicker diagnosis and better conditions for assisting patients.</br>
<br><b>Conclusions:</b> In iatrogenic injuries, a well-designed surgical scheme, i.e. primarily the administration of UTH and placing a temporary suction drain by the first operating team, reduces the risk of neurological complications.</br>
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- Barbara Wolf
- The Silesian Piasts’ Medical University, Wroclaw
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- The Department of Pharmacy of the Regional Blood Donation Centre in Wroclaw, Poland
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De Marini P, Greget M, Boatta E, Jahn C, Enescu I, Garnon J, Dalili D, Cazzato RL, Gangi A. Safety and technical efficacy of pre-operative embolization of head and neck paragangliomas: A 10-year mono-centric experience and systematic review. Clin Imaging 2021; 80:292-299. [PMID: 34467873 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinimag.2021.08.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2021] [Revised: 07/26/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To retrospectively evaluate the safety and technical success of pre-operative embolization (POE) of head and neck paragangliomas (HNP) in a single-center cohort over a 10-year period, and to benchmark our results with those derived from a systematic analysis of the available literature. METHODS All consecutive HNP embolized between November 2010 and April 2020 were included and reviewed. In total, there were 27 HNP in 27 patients [8 (30%) males; 19 (70%) females; mean age 53 ± 16 years; range 30-86]. Embolization technique, total procedure time, dose area product (DAP), complications, rate of HNP devascularization, and technical success (i.e. ≥80% devascularization of the HNP) were recorded and analyzed. A systematic analysis on the safety and technical success of POE was then conducted according to the Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. RESULTS Twenty-one (21/27; 78%) HNP were treated with an endovascular approach and 6/27 (22%) with a percutaneous or combined (endovascular/percutaneous) technique. Mean total procedure time and DAP were 108 ± 48 min (range 45-235) and 92.5 ± 61.3 Gy·cm2 (range 19.9-276.0), respectively. Two (2/27; 7%) complications (one minor, one major) were observed. Mean HNP devascularization was 88 ± 15% (range 23-100) with technical success achieved in 24/27 (89%) HNP. Literature analysis revealed a pooled rate of complication and technical success of 3.8% (95% CI: 0.5-8.8%) and 79.0% (95% CI: 63.6-91.6%), respectively. CONCLUSIONS POE of HNP is safe and results in extensive devascularization in the majority of treated tumors.
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- Pierre De Marini
- Department of Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Strasbourg, 1 Place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg Cedex, France.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Strasbourg, 1 Place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg Cedex, France.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Strasbourg, 1 Place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg Cedex, France.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Strasbourg, 1 Place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg Cedex, France.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Strasbourg, 1 Place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg Cedex, France.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Strasbourg, 1 Place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg Cedex, France.
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- Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Windmill Road, Oxford OX3 7LD, UK; School of Biomedical Engineering and Imaging Sciences, King's College London, London, UK.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Strasbourg, 1 Place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg Cedex, France.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Strasbourg, 1 Place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg Cedex, France.
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Sima RM, Findeklee S, Bădărău IA, Poenaru MO, Scheau C, Pleș L. Comparison of maternal third trimester hemodynamics between singleton pregnancy and twin pregnancy. J Perinat Med 2021; 49:566-571. [PMID: 33567181 DOI: 10.1515/jpm-2020-0169] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2020] [Accepted: 01/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The impedance cardiography (ICG) technique measures the variation of impedance in the thorax due to the physical contractile activity of the heart. Twin pregnancy is characterized by greater maternal hemodynamic changes than a singleton pregnancy. METHODS In a study on 121 pregnant women in the last trimester we performed ICG, evaluating the following hemodynamic parameters: stroke volume, heart rate, cardiac output, ventricular ejection time, left ventricular ejection time, thoracic impedance, and systemic vascular resistance. RESULTS The study included singleton and twin pregnancies. Heart rate values in women with single fetus was lower than in those carrying twins (85 vs. 100 beats/min, p=0.021) as were the stroke volume values (64 vs. 83 mL, p=0.010) and the cardiac output (p<0.0001). Systemic vascular resistance decreased in twin pregnancies compared to singleton pregnancy (p=0.023). CONCLUSIONS ICG studies are rare, and the validation of their results is an ongoing process. However, the ICG technique is applicable in the third trimester of pregnancy and can yield important information regarding the hemodynamic profile of singleton and twin pregnancies, revealing maternal heart changes specific to twin pregnancies.
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- Romina-Marina Sima
- The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania.,The "Bucur" Maternity, "Saint John" Hospital, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department for Gynecology, Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine, Saarland University Hospital Homburg, Homburg, Germany.,Fertility Center Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
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- The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania.,The "Bucur" Maternity, "Saint John" Hospital, Bucharest, Romania
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- The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
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- The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania.,The "Bucur" Maternity, "Saint John" Hospital, Bucharest, Romania
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A novel classification of carotid body tumors. Eur J Surg Oncol 2021; 47:1813-1815. [PMID: 34023167 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2021.05.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2021] [Accepted: 05/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Jasper A, Mammen S, Gowri MS, Keshava SN, Selvaraj D. Imaging criteria to predict Shamblin group in carotid body tumors - revisited. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2021; 27:354-359. [PMID: 33769292 DOI: 10.5152/dir.2021.20028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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PURPOSE This study aims to compare the imaging findings of carotid body tumors on contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) with the intraoperative Shamblin grade and to evolve an imaging-based scoring system that can accurately predict the Shamblin grade. METHODS Preoperative contrast-enhanced CT scans of 40 patients who underwent surgical excision of carotid body tumors in our institution between 2004 and 2017 were retrospectively reviewed. The angle of contact with the internal carotid artery (ICA), tumor volume, presence of peritumoral tuft of veins, loss of tumor adventitia interface and distance from the skull base were assessed and compared with the intraoperative Shamblin grades of the tumor. Ordinal logistic regression was used to determine which parameters could be predictors of the Shamblin grades. Receiver operator characteristic (ROC) curves were used to score the tumor volumes. RESULTS Among the 42 tumors evaluated, 6 (14.3%) were surgically classified as Shamblin I, 15 (35.7%) as Shamblin II, and 21 (50%) as Shamblin III tumors. Pairwise comparison between the three Shamblin groups showed a statistically significant difference for angle of contact with ICA, maximum tumor dimension, presence of peritumoral tuft of veins and loss of tumor adventitia interface (p = 0.001, p = 0.001, p = 0.038 and p = 0.003, respectively). However, tumor volumes and distance from skull base were not significantly different between the Shamblin groups (p = 0.136 and p = 0.682). A scoring system, including four of the above mentioned parameters (angle of contact with ICA, tumor volume, presence of peritumoral tuft of veins, and loss of tumor adventitia interface) was developed with a maximum score of 8 and a minimum of 2. A statistically significant difference was found between the final scores among the three Shamblin groups (p < 0.001). Using ROC curves, a final score of ≥6 was found to separate Shamblin grade III tumors from grade I and II tumors (sensitivity, 95.24%; specificity, 71.43%). All patients with documented intraoperative estimated blood loss of >1000 mL had Shamblin grade III tumors. Postoperative complications like stroke, ICA thrombosis and lower cranial nerve palsies were seen only with Shamblin grade II and III tumors. CONCLUSION The simple scoring system we have proposed correlates well with the Shamblin grade and helps in identifying patients who have a higher risk of developing complications.
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- Anitha Jasper
- Department of Radiology, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
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- Department of Radiology, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
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Comparison of sedoanalgesia versus general anesthesia in surgical resection of carotid body tumors: A retrospective cohort study. JOURNAL OF SURGERY AND MEDICINE 2021. [DOI: 10.28982/josam.904504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Lai YS, Tseng WL, Pan SC. Big Carotid Body Paraganglioma: A Case Report With Successful Surgical Excision and Literature Review. Ann Plast Surg 2021; 86:S119-S122. [PMID: 33438962 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Carotid body paragangliomas are rare and therapeutically challenging. Shamblin I or II carotid body paraganglioma can be removed en bloc. This operation is sometimes combined with preoperative transarterial embolization to control bleeding. However, Shamblin III carotid body paraganglioma, which is encased with carotid vessels, is difficult to remove without carotid artery ligation for excision. Sometimes, not all tumor tissues are removed during operation and residual tumor tissues remain. Here, we review a case of Shamblin III carotid body paraganglioma removal without preoperative transarterial embolization or ligation of the carotid artery. We present a successful technique for Shamblin III carotid body paraganglioma resection that reduces bleeding during the operation. MATERIAL AND METHODS A 74-year-old male patient who had an enlarged left neck mass for more than 20 years underwent tumor excision. The final pathology was carotid body paraganglioma. During the operation, the tumor was discovered to be encased in the bifurcation of the common carotid artery. We carefully isolated and temporarily clamped the common carotid artery to enable application of the finger dissection method to completely free the tumor from the carotid artery in a safe and bloodless plane. RESULTS Neither intraoperative massive bleeding nor postoperative cranial nerve deficit occurred. Favorable wound status was noted during outpatient department follow-up. CONCLUSIONS We describe a successful case of Shamblin III carotid body paraganglioma removal using temporary clamping of the common carotid artery and the finger dissection method.
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- Yen-Shuo Lai
- From the Department of Surgery, Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
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Chen WL, Zhou B, Pan CB, Yuan KF, Zhong JL, Hong L. Comparison of 3 techniques of surgical treatment of carotid body tumors. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2021; 131:643-649. [PMID: 33741281 DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2021.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2020] [Revised: 11/09/2020] [Accepted: 01/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Carotid body tumors (CBTs) are benign but challenging. This study compared outcomes of 3 techniques of the surgical treatment of CBTs. STUDY DESIGN This retrospective observational study was conducted from April 2013 to March 2019. The 38 patients enrolled in the study had primary tumors, including 1 with bilateral tumors and another with adrenal gland pheochromocytoma. We collected data on age, sex, size of tumor, Shamblin classification, treatment, blood loss, operative time, hospital stay, complications, and recurrence. Statistical analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 20 software. RESULTS Twenty-four patients were male, and 12 were female, and they ranged in age from 11 to 71 years. Cases were assigned to Shamblin groups I (n = 6), II (n = 19), and III (n = 14). Tumor size ranged from 2.0 × 2.0 cm to 5.0 × 6.0 cm. Eleven CBTs underwent blunt dissection (BD), 20 underwent BD plus resection of external carotid artery division plus vessels of encapsulation with allograft dermal matrix (BD + RECA + VE), and 8 tumors underwent surgical resection of tumors plus common carotid artery-internal carotid artery artificial vascular reconstruction (SR +C-IAVR). No perioperative death or stroke occurred. There was a significant difference between Shamblin groups I, II, and III in terms of the size of the tumor, type of treatment used, blood loss, operative time, hospital stay, and complications. Six patients had mandibular branch facial nerve transient paresis; 7 patients had hypoglossal nerve dysfunction; 3 patients had Horner syndrome; and dysphasia occurred in 2 patients. The patients were seen in follow-up for 16 to 45 months, and 1 recurrence was observed. CONCLUSIONS Three surgical techniques-BD, BD + RECA + VE, and SR + C-IAVR-are safe and feasible for the treatment of CBTs according to Shamblin classifications.
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- Wei-Liang Chen
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University
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Usman R, Jamil M, Aman A. Surgical Excision of Carotid Body Tumor at an Early Stage Has Best Outcome: Result of 22 Cases along with Literature Review. Ann Vasc Dis 2020; 13:365-369. [PMID: 33391552 PMCID: PMC7758592 DOI: 10.3400/avd.oa.20-00084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Objective: The objective of this study is to share our experience of early surgical excision of highly vascular carotid body tumor (CBT) and to correlate it with current literature. Materials and Methods: Data of all consecutive patients diagnosed with CBT from September 2011 to September 2018, who underwent surgical excision, was analyzed. Results: Of the 22 cases with mean age of 42±standard deviation (SD) 6 years and female to male ratio of 1.2 : 1, 68.1% (n=15) of the tumors were on the right side. There were 13.6% (n=3) Shamblin I, 77.2% (n=17) Shamblin II, and 9% (n=2) Shamblin III tumors. Complete excision without vascular reconstruction was achieved in 63.6% (n=14), while patch plasty with Dacron graft was noted in 29.4% (n=5) and interposition Dacron grafting 13.6% (n=3). Peroperative vascular shunt was deployed in 13.6% (n=3) of cases. Transient neuropraxia of the hypoglossal nerve was noted in 13.6% (n=3) of cases, while permanent drooping of the lower lip was noted in 4.5% (n=1). There was no ischemic stroke. The mortality rate was zero, and no recurrence was recorded in mean follow-up of 24±SD 3 months. Conclusion: Complete surgical excision of CBT at an early stage, regardless of size, is associated with the best outcome.
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- Rashid Usman
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Combined Military Hospital, Lahore Cantt, Pakistan
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Combined Military Hospital, Rawalpindi Cantt, Pakistan
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- Department of Surgery, Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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Zhuang C, Beeman B. Carotid body tumor as a potential cause of paroxysmal hemicrania. JOURNAL OF VASCULAR SURGERY CASES INNOVATIONS AND TECHNIQUES 2020; 6:495-497. [PMID: 33134628 PMCID: PMC7588731 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvscit.2020.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2020] [Accepted: 08/03/2020] [Indexed: 10/29/2022]
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A 70-year-old woman presented to our emergency department with a severe left-sided headache. The headache's location and accompanying symptoms are consistent with paroxysmal hemicrania. On workup, a cervical computed tomography scan incidentally revealed a left carotid body tumor, and the patient was referred to vascular surgery. After the resection of the tumor, the patient recovered well in the following months. Furthermore, she no longer experienced any additional headache episodes, which were likely caused by the carotid body tumor.
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Delantoni A, Sarafopoulos A, Polanagnostaki A, Orhan K. B-mode and color Doppler imaging of carotid paragangliomas in different neck regions. J Ultrason 2020; 20:e218-e221. [PMID: 33365160 PMCID: PMC7705482 DOI: 10.15557/jou.2020.0037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2020] [Accepted: 07/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Glomus tumors or paragangliomas are rare benign neoplasms which are very uncommon in the head and neck region. They grow slowly from paraganglion cells, which serve various regulatory tasks in the body and form the basis of the extra-adrenal neuroendocrine system. They have benign properties, but tend to cause local invasion and expansion to adjacent anatomic structures. The majority of glomus tumor cases are incidental findings, since the clinical symptoms are mostly absent. The purpose of this paper is to distinguish the ultrasonographic features of different glomus tumors located within the neck region, based on their varying anatomical location and space occupying behavior.
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- Antigone Delantoni
- Department of Oral Surgery, Implant Surgery and Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dentomaxillofacial Radiology, Ankara, Turkey
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COBANOGLU H, ARSLAN S, BAHADIR O, IŞIK Ü, İMAMOGLU M. Carotid body tumors: what have we learned in 5 years? ENT UPDATES 2020. [DOI: 10.32448/entupdates.708851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Wangaryattawanich P, Kim S, Rath TJ. Carotid Space Masses With Liver and Bone Metastases. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2020; 146:754-755. [PMID: 32644141 DOI: 10.1001/jamaoto.2020.1107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Neuroradiology Section, Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona
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Demerath T, Blackham K, Anastasopoulos C, Block K, Stieltjes B, Schubert T. Golden-Angle Radial Sparse Parallel (GRASP) MRI differentiates head & neck paragangliomas from schwannomas. Magn Reson Imaging 2020; 70:73-80. [DOI: 10.1016/j.mri.2020.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2020] [Revised: 03/30/2020] [Accepted: 04/10/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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GÜRBÜZ MK, PINARBAŞLI MÖ, KAYA E. Clinical Experience in Carotid Body Tumors:imaging techniques and surgical approaches. DICLE MEDICAL JOURNAL 2020. [DOI: 10.5798/dicletip.748566] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Suthiphosuwan S, Bai HD, Yu E, Bharatha A. Computed tomography angiography lightbulb sign: Characteristic enhancement pattern on neck computed tomography angiography in differentiating paraganglioma from schwannoma of the carotid space. Neuroradiol J 2020; 33:437-442. [PMID: 32403980 DOI: 10.1177/1971400920924318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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It is important to correctly distinguish paragangliomas from other tumors such as schwannomas in the preoperative assessment of head and neck tumors because paragangliomas have a propensity to bleed profusely during surgery. Therefore, preoperative embolization is often required while with schwannomas preoperative embolization is generally not required. Occasionally, schwannomas can mimic paragangliomas on routine computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging of the neck. In this study, we retrospectively evaluated the computed tomography angiography of the neck of 10 patients with carotid space tumors. Seven patients had pathologically proven paraganglioma while three patients had schwannomas. We describe the "computed tomography angiography lightbulb sign" as avid homogeneous enhancement in the arterial phase which can accurately distinguish these entities.
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- Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, Canada.,Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Canada
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Fan D, Luster S, Eid IG, Saied Calvino A. A multidisciplinary approach to carotid body tumors surgical management. J Surg Case Rep 2020; 2020:rjaa030. [PMID: 32153763 PMCID: PMC7054204 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjaa030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2020] [Revised: 09/18/2019] [Accepted: 02/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Carotid body tumors (CBTs) are rare and usually require complex surgical resection. We present a case of a large 7-cm CBT successfully treated in a community cancer center using a multidisciplinary team approach. A 32-year-old male referred for surgical evaluation of an asymptomatic right neck mass. CT angiography showed a 7-cm tumor encasing the carotid vessels, including the bifurcation (Shamblin III). Preoperative angiography and embolization were performed by interventional radiology. The patient underwent surgical removal of the CBTs and required surgical reconstruction with a common carotid to internal carotid bypass using a polytetrafluoroethylene interposition graft. The hypoglossal nerve, vagus nerve and glossopharyngeal nerve were identified, meticulously dissected and preserved. The patient did well after surgery and recovered with no complications. This report examines the diagnosis, preoperative workup and surgical management of CBTs using a multidisciplinary team approach.
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- David Fan
- Department of Surgery, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, Flushing, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, Flushing, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Roger Williams Medical Center, Providence, RI, USA
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Thelen J, Bhatt AA. Multimodality imaging of paragangliomas of the head and neck. Insights Imaging 2019; 10:29. [PMID: 30830483 PMCID: PMC6399371 DOI: 10.1186/s13244-019-0701-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2018] [Accepted: 11/14/2018] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Paragangliomas arise from paraganglion cells which serve varied regulatory tasks in the body. When these cells demonstrate neoplasia within the head and neck, they typically present in characteristic locations including the carotid space, the jugular foramen, the middle ear, and along the course of the vagus nerve. The goal of this article is to review the relevant anatomy related to head and neck paragangliomas, as well as their typical imaging characteristics on cross-sectional imaging including CT, MR, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine studies. Additionally, differential considerations, as well as relevant involvement of adjacent structures which should be conveyed to the clinician, will be discussed.
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- Jarett Thelen
- University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, USA. .,Department of Imaging Sciences, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14607, USA.
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- University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, USA
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Prasad SC, Laus M, Al-Ghamdi S, Vashishth A, Piazza P, Sanna M. Update in the classification and the role of intra-arterial stenting in the management of carotid body paragangliomas. Head Neck 2019; 41:1379-1386. [PMID: 30771228 DOI: 10.1002/hed.25567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2018] [Accepted: 11/21/2018] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND To review the Shamblin classification of carotid body paragangliomas (CBPs) and the role of intra-arterial stenting in their surgical management. METHODS Retrospective case series of 20 patients with 28 CBPs that were surgically resected at our center. Intra-arterial stenting was performed in Shamblin II and II classes. RESULTS The mean follow-up was 47.8 months. Five (17.9%) tumors were Shamblin class I, 15 (53.6%) were class II, and 8 (28.6%) were class III. Thirteen (68.4%) CBPs were associated with other paragangliomas. The internal carotid artery (ICA) was stented preoperatively in eight (28.6%) cases and occluded in four (14.3%) cases. The tumor extended to the jugular foramen in six cases (21.4%). Intraoperatively, there was an ICA injury in one case of Shamblin II CBP in the present era. CONCLUSIONS The proposed classification enables the clinician to plan the management of the ICA and the right approach. Stenting of the ICA gives a chance for complete tumor removal with arterial preservation.
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- Department of Otology & Skull Base Surgery, Gruppo Otologico, Piacenza, Italy.,Department of ENT-Head & Neck Surgery, University of Chieti, Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Otology & Skull Base Surgery, Gruppo Otologico, Piacenza, Italy
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- Department of Otology & Skull Base Surgery, Gruppo Otologico, Piacenza, Italy
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- Department of Neuroradiology, University-Hospital of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Department of Otology & Skull Base Surgery, Gruppo Otologico, Piacenza, Italy
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Shahi S, Upadhyay AR, Devkota A, Pantha T, Gautam D, Paudel DR. Excision of rare carotid body tumour without preembolisation: Case report and literature review. Int J Surg Case Rep 2018; 53:99-101. [PMID: 30390493 PMCID: PMC6215970 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2018.10.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2018] [Accepted: 10/09/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Carotid body tumors also known as parganglioma or chemodactomas are one of the rare tumors of head and neck which present as slow growing masses in the neck region. We present a case of 40 years female with painless slow growing mass over left side of her neck for 6 months. Diagnosis was made on basis of clinical history, examination and radiological findings. Tumor was graded as Shamblin grade II. She was managed with excision of the tumor without preoperative embolisation. Intraoperative and postoperative periods were uneventful. CASE PRESENTATION A forty years female presented with left sided painless neck swelling∼5 × 4 cm2 over left anterior triangle for 6 months with no history of dysphagia, odynophagia, change in voice, shortness of breath, palpitations, tremors or syncopal attacks. She underwent USG neck and CT angiogram. Based upon the radiological and clinical findings, she was diagnosed asCarotid body tumor. She was managed with excision of the tumor without preembolisation. Her diagnosis was confirmed with histopathology. CONCLUSION Carotid body tumours are rare entities of head and neck region. They are mostly benign in nature. Though mostly bening, increasing size might result in grave complications. Thus, the recommended treatment for carotid body tumors is early excision with or without pre-embolisation. In our case preembolisation was not performed. Though some studies have suggested the use of preoperative embolisation in large sized tumors, more studies are yet required to justify the choice of preembolisation despite the dreaded complications.
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- S Shahi
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery,National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery,National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery,National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery,National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery,National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery,National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal.
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Anand J, Singh JP. Bilateral sporadic carotid body tumors-A rare case report. Radiol Case Rep 2018; 13:988-992. [PMID: 30116460 PMCID: PMC6091435 DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2018.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2018] [Revised: 06/15/2018] [Accepted: 07/08/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Carotid body tumor presents as palpable mass in anterolateral aspect of the neck. However, bilateral sporadic carotid body tumor is a rare anomaly, reported to occur in 5% of population. We are going to report the case of a 60-year-old patient who presented to our department with painless, palpable mass bilaterally in anterolateral aspects of the neck. He did not have any family history of neck masses. This paper summarizes the topic of carotid body tumor and discusses the radiological and clinical implications of this condition.
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- Jipsa Anand
- Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mohali, Punjab, India
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Ng DW, Yam CI, Wong LT, Koh DL. An anaesthesia perspective on carotid body tumour (CBT) excision: A twenty-year case series at the Singapore General Hospital. J Perioper Pract 2018; 27:228-233. [PMID: 29328847 DOI: 10.1177/175045891702701005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2016] [Accepted: 11/10/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Carotid body tumours (CBT) are extremely rare neoplasms that arise from chemoreceptor cells at the bifurcation of the carotid artery. This rarity poses a challenge for the anaesthetist when dealing with surgeries for the removal of CBT. Reports of associated perioperative morbidity range from twenty to forty percent. This paper reviews the perioperative anaesthetic management of CBT patients and challenges in our institution's 20 year experience on 13 surgical CBT resections.
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Jansen TTG, Marres HAM, Kaanders JHAM, Kunst HPM. A meta-analysis on the surgical management of paraganglioma of the carotid body per Shamblin class. Clin Otolaryngol 2018; 43:1104-1116. [PMID: 29656606 DOI: 10.1111/coa.13116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/27/2018] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate the risk associated with different types of surgery for carotid body paraganglioma of different Shamblin class. A meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate per tumour class, the local control, cranial nerve damage and complication rates of different techniques using internal carotid artery (ICA) and external carotid artery (ECA) ligation, clamping or bypassing, as well as the craniocaudal vs caudocranial techniques. DESIGN A meta-analysis is conducted after a systematic search in PubMed and the Cochrane library, in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Local control, cranial nerve damage, complications, function recovery. RESULTS Out of 3565 articles, 27 were selected. The overall quality of evidence of studies was low. Cranial nerve damage (3%, 17% and 39%) and complication rates (0%, 1% and 10%) were significantly related to Shamblin class (class 1, 2 and 3, respectively, P < .01). For class 3 tumours, an increased risk of complications was found associated with routine ICA manipulation/reconstruction (RR 3.12 with a 95% CI of 1.29-7.59), as well as a trend towards enhanced risk of routine ECA ligation (RR 3.48 with a 95% CI of 0.88-13.81). CONCLUSIONS For class 1 and 2 tumours, surgery seems a viable treatment option. For class 3 tumours, morbidity in terms of cranial nerve deficit and complications is considerable; particularly, the use of ICA manipulation/reconstruction and potentially ECA ligation seem to be accompanied by high stroke incidence.
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- T T G Jansen
- Department of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Radboudumc Skull Base Centre, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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Sun Q, Xie C, Niu Z, Su L, Wang X, Fang Z, Zhao J, Chen S, Li X, Sun M. Diagnosis and treatment of a carotid body tumor: A case report of a rare bilateral tumor. Oncol Lett 2018; 14:6417-6420. [PMID: 29375704 PMCID: PMC5754906 DOI: 10.3892/ol.2017.7101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2015] [Accepted: 04/27/2017] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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In the present case report, a rare bilateral carotid body tumor (CBT) and the imaging and pathological features of a CBT are described. In the present report, a rare case of bilateral carotid body tumor, which developed in the bifurcation of the common carotid artery, and the clinical manifestations, imaging and pathological features of this CBT are summarized. The imaging cannot validate the diagnosis; however, imaging identified that the tumor exhibited an intact envelope. Immunohistochemical staining revealed that the tumor cells were strongly positive for cluster of differentiation 56, Syn and protein S-100, moderately positive for transcription factor E3, negative for cytokeratin and epithelial membrane antigen, and partial cells were weakly positive for Desmir (<5%). In view of the clinical and pathological features of the carotid body tumor, surgery is hypothesized to be the optimal treatment and may enable the tumor to be resected completely. Refined surgical techniques provide the security of safe resection and decrease the risk of complications occurring.
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- Qiang Sun
- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China.,Institute of Clinical Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450052, P.R. China
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Dolera M, Carrara N, Malfassi L. VMAT Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy in a Multimodal Approach to a Carotid Paraganglioma in a Dog. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc 2018; 54:111-116. [PMID: 29372869 DOI: 10.5326/jaaha-ms-6389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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A 7 yr old female pit bull terrier was presented for a cervical soft tissue swelling located in the left jugular region. No abnormalities were present at physical examination or in the laboratory workup. Computed tomography and MRI scans showed a well-defined, ovoid, single mass in the left dorsal cervical region connected to the common carotid artery, histologically consistent with carotid body paraganglioma. The mass was surgically resected. Frameless stereotactic body radiation therapy with volumetric modulated arc therapy was set up as adjuvant treatment. After radiation therapy, systemic chemotherapy with carboplatin was started. During the first yr of follow-up, acute grade I dermatitis and grade I left-side laryngeal mucositis were recognized. One yr after radiation therapy, no signs of late radiotoxicity or tumor recurrence were observed. Grade I thrombocytopenia concurrent with chemotherapy was observed. This is the first reported case of a carotid body paraganglioma treated by multimodal therapy, with surgical resection and adjuvant radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Stereotactic body radiation therapy with volumetric modulated arc therapy treatment after surgery provided excellent disease control and was well tolerated with slight side effects.
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- Mario Dolera
- From the La Cittadina Fondazione Studi e Ricerche Veterinarie, Romanengo, Italy
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- From the La Cittadina Fondazione Studi e Ricerche Veterinarie, Romanengo, Italy
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- From the La Cittadina Fondazione Studi e Ricerche Veterinarie, Romanengo, Italy
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