Vagal schwannoma in parapharyngeal space -anatomical perspective

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https://doi.org/10.3126/ajms.v7i2.13072

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Deep Cervical Fascia, Neurilemmoma, Parapharyngeal Space, Schwannoma, Uvula, Vagus Nerve

Abstract

A rare case of Schwannoma of Vagus nerve in Parapharyngeal Space was admitted in Otolaryngology department of GSVM Medical College, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. Schwannoma is a rare tumor in the Parapharyngeal Space.  The   patient was a 32 yr old male with  chief complaints of difficulty in swallowing and swelling in the neck since last 4 years. On examination there was a firm swelling on right side of neck and uvula was deviated towards Left Side. On CT & MRI examination a heterogenous mass was seen in Parapharyngeal space. The case was diagnosed as a case of vagal schwannoma in parapharyngeal space. The tumor was surgically excised. Histopathological Examination revealed the Tumor as Schwannoma. 

Asian Journal of Medical Sciences Vol.7(2) 2015 100-103

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2015-11-05

How to Cite

Mishra, S. R., Singh, S., Gautam, H. K., Singh, A., Pantola, C., Kumar, S., Singh, R., & Passey, J. (2015). Vagal schwannoma in parapharyngeal space -anatomical perspective. Asian Journal of Medical Sciences, 7(2), 100–103. https://doi.org/10.3126/ajms.v7i2.13072

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Case Report and Review of Literature