Carotid body tumor
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Carotid body tumors / paragangliomas are tumors that arise from cells of the neural crest, particularly in the head and neck, along the carotid body. They can involve other locations. They can present as painless masses but, depending on their location, can cause nerve root compression, pain, and cranial nerve palsies. Treatment involves surgical resection.
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ICD10CM:
D44.6 – Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of carotid body
SNOMEDCT:
30699005 – Carotid Body Tumor
D44.6 – Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of carotid body
SNOMEDCT:
30699005 – Carotid Body Tumor
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Last Reviewed:03/08/2017
Last Updated:03/27/2017
Last Updated:03/27/2017
Carotid body tumor