Carotid Body Tumour Treatment in Turkey
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 Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with ent departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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.
Karan Ali, a 58-year-old taxi driver...
Karan Ali, a 58-year-old taxi driver from Bradford, had always been the strong, silent type, supporting his family after emigrating from Pakistan decades ago. For over a year, he'd ignored a persistent, painless lump on the left side of his neck, dismissing it as 'just getting older'. But when he started experiencing dizzy spells while driving and occasional difficulty swallowing his favourite chai, his wife insisted he see a doctor. His GP referred him to ENT, where an ultrasound and subsequent MRI revealed a 3.5cm carotid body tumour. The consultant, Mr. Davies, explained the tumour was benign but growing, and its location wrapped around critical blood vessels meant it posed a significant stroke risk if left untreated. Karan was terrified; driving was his livelihood and he feared being a burden. The surgery was complex, taking five hours to meticulously dissect the tumour from the carotid artery. The immediate post-op period in HDU was daunting, with a neck drain and hoarse voice. However, within weeks, his dizziness vanished and his swallowing improved. Six months on, with only a neat scar as a reminder and his voice nearly back to normal, Karan feels a profound sense of relief. He's back behind the wheel, grateful for his second chance, and now speaks openly to his community about not ignoring health warnings.
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