Carotid Body Tumour Treatment in India
About Carotid Body Tumour
Key Highlights
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Definitive treatment to remove the tumour and prevent further growth.Alleviates symptoms like neck mass, swallowing difficulties, or voice changes.Performed by specialised ENT surgeons with expertise in neck anatomy.Aims to preserve critical carotid artery function and cranial nerves.Can prevent rare but serious complications like stroke or malignant transformation.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of a palpable, painless neck mass near the angle of the jaw.
- Tumour growth observed on imaging studies (Ultrasound, CT, or MRI).
- Symptoms such as difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), hoarseness, or a sensation of fullness in the throat.
- Rare cases of suspected malignancy (malignant paraganglioma).
- Preparation for other surgical procedures in the neck region where the tumour is in the way.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive imaging (CT Angiography or MRI) to map the tumour's size and relationship to blood vessels and nerves.
- Pre-operative angiography and possibly embolization to reduce tumour blood supply.
- Detailed counselling with the ENT surgeon about the procedure, risks, and recovery.
- Routine pre-anaesthetic check-up, including blood tests and cardiac evaluation.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the surgery as per anaesthesia guidelines.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding or hematoma formation at the surgical site.
- Injury to cranial nerves, potentially leading to hoarseness (recurrent laryngeal nerve), shoulder weakness (spinal accessory nerve), or tongue weakness (hypoglossal nerve).
- Stroke due to injury or clamping of the carotid artery during surgery.
- Infection of the surgical wound.
- Recurrence of the tumour if not completely excised.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring of vital signs, nerve function, and surgical site.
- Pain management with prescribed medications.
- Gradual resumption of a soft diet as swallowing function is assessed.
- Avoidance of strenuous activity and heavy lifting for several weeks.
- Regular follow-up visits with the ENT surgeon for wound check and to monitor for any signs of nerve dysfunction or recurrence.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering carotid body tumour in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for carotid body tumour in India include Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform carotid body tumour. MediFyr helps you compare ent specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for carotid body tumour compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Carotid Body Tumour in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ent teams and experience managing patients undergoing carotid body tumour.
Panaji, India
79 Doctors
I was a total wreck before...
I was a total wreck before my appointment. First time seeing a doctor on my own and I was convinced it was something serious. Dr. Muthusamy just had this calm way about him. He listened to all my jumbled-up worries, did a quick check, and explained everything in a way that actually made sense. Walked out feeling silly for being so nervous, but mostly just relieved.
ENT Specialists for Carotid Body Tumour
Explore experienced ent specialists who regularly perform carotid body tumour and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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Manipal Hospital Dhakuria
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