Carotid Body Tumor

Endocrine Conditions & Diseases

Carotid body tumors (CBTs) are rare, non-cancerous growths that develop in the carotid body, a small cluster of cells located near the carotid artery bifurcation in the neck. These tumors arise from the chemoreceptor cells that monitor blood oxygen levels and help regulate breathing.

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It is a rare, usually slow-growing tumour at the point where the carotid artery divides in the neck. It often appears as a painless neck lump.

Surgery is the main treatment. Because the tumour lies close to major blood vessels and nerves, imaging is done first and the operation should be planned by an experienced team.

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