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Mesh term Carotid Body Tumor

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Paraganglioma, Extra-Adrenal

Description

Benign paraganglioma at the bifurcation of the COMMON CAROTID ARTERIES. It can encroach on the parapharyngeal space and produce dysphagia, pain, and cranial nerve palsies.



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