RBUS. Revista Brasileira de Ultra-Sonografia
Avaliação ultrassonográfica do paraganglioma carotídeo
By Procópio de Freitas, Jorge Garcia, Thalia Roberta Correia Campagnollo and 3 others.
Abstract
Introduction
Cervical paragangliomas, particularly carotid body tumors, are rare neuroendocrine tumors originating from paraganglionic cells, with a low incidence in the general population. Although they are frequently benign, they have metastatic potential and variable behavior. Evaluation using imaging methods, especially Doppler ultrasonography, plays a fundamental role in diagnosis, surgical planning, and risk assessment.
Objectives
To describe the clinical and imaging characteristics of a carotid paraganglioma evaluated by Doppler ultrasonography, reinforcing its relevance for early diagnosis, therapeutic planning, and a multidisciplinary approach.