SINGLE CENTRE EXPERIENCE WITH CAROTID BODY TUMOUR

Abstract

Background: Carotid Body tumours (CBTs) are rare neuroendocrine tumours. Due to their proximity to vital structures including major vessels and cranial nerves, Surgical excision requires meticulous dissection and any injury to major vessels requires prompt repair. This study aimed to review our experience with the surgical management of Carotid Body Tumours. A Methods: retrospective study was performed on 20 patients who underwent excision of carotid body tumours at Vardhaman Mahavir Medical college and Safdarjung hospital, New Delhi between January 2003 to June 2022. Demographic data describing the presentation, preoperative and intraoperative details, and postoperative complications reported were tabulated and descriptive statistical analysis was done A total of 20 Results: patients were operated on. Complete resection was possible in all the patients. Vascular injury occurred in only 2 patients which were repaired promptly. Cranial nerve injury was reported in only 1 patient which resolved on follow-up. There was no incidence of stroke or recurrence. Conclusions: Periadventitial Excision is the treatment of choice for carotid body tumours and is a safe and effective procedure with minimal intraoperative and postoperative complications.