Cervical vagal schwannoma, a rare differential of a neck swelling: A case report

Clin Case Rep. 2022 Nov 12;10(11):e6560. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.6560. eCollection 2022 Nov.

Abstract

Cervical vagal schwannoma is a rare clinical entity that requires a different clinical approach than other neck swellings. Magnetic resonance imaging is the preferred initial diagnostic test. Complications may arise due to vagal stimulation in unsuspecting open biopsies. Surgical excision with perioperative vagal monitoring is recommended for the treatment of vagal schwannomas.

Keywords: cervical schwannoma; vagal schwannoma.

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  • Case Reports