Paragangliomas are rare, neuroendocrine tumors that can involve different areas of the skull base and neck. Also known as “glomus” tumors, paragangliomas are named for the structures they arise from: carotid body tumors are the most common, followed by those involving the jugular bulb (glomus jugulare). Less than 10% of paragangliomas are malignant and able to spread to other locations. The majority are benign and show no spread or metastasis. Treatment decisions are informed by the patient’s symptoms such as pulsatile tinnitus or neurologic deficits, the growth, size, and location of the tumor, whether multiple tumors are present, and the patient’s general medical condition. Representing the pinnacle of skull base surgery, paraganglioma management requires the advanced surgical skills and expertise.

Professor Jeroen C. Jansen is giving a lecture on "Skull Base Paragangliomas", don't miss it!

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