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A young patient had a growing neck mass diagnosed as a carotid body tumor. Surgical excision was successfully performed, resolving the pulsatile swelling.

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  • Vascular Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Head and Neck Surgery

Background:

  • Carotid body tumors are rare neuroendocrine neoplasms arising from the carotid bifurcation.
  • Presentation can vary, but neck masses are common, sometimes exhibiting pulsatile characteristics due to vascular involvement.

Observation:

  • A 17-year-old female presented with a 9-month history of a progressively enlarging neck swelling.
  • Physical examination revealed a 2x3 cm firm, pulsatile mass in the left anterior triangle of the neck.

Findings:

  • Computed tomography (CT) scan suggested a carotid body tumor.
  • Urinary catecholamine levels were within the normal range, helping to rule out a functional tumor.

Implications:

  • Complete surgical excision is the primary treatment for carotid body tumors.
  • This case highlights the successful management of a carotid body tumor in a young patient.