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Ganglioneuroma of the cervical sympathetic chain: A case report and review of literature

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Ganglioneuromas are rare benign neurogenic tumors of the sympathetic nervous system. Its presence in the neck is relatively rare, characterized by a slow growing mass, usually asymptomatic. Its imaging findings are nonspecific and its diagnosis usually requires surgical biopsy. The treatment of choice is surgical removal. Here, we report the case of a cervical GN in a 16-years-old boy with slowly growing right cervical mass.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.09.068

Authors: Chetoui Ayoub, Alouazen Oula, Elhassouni Adam, Chaib Sanae, Oulad Amar Asmae, Alaoui Rachidi Siham

Institution: Abdelmalek Essaâdi University

Language: English

Topic: Neurofibromatosis and Schwannoma Cases

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $550