Imaging features of extra cranial parapharyngeal space meningioma: case report

Iran J Radiol. 2011 Nov;8(3):176-81. doi: 10.5812/kmp.iranjradiol.17351065.3132. Epub 2011 Nov 25.

Abstract

Parapharyngeal tumors are less common in clinical practice and are often difficult to diagnose upon clinical examination due to the anatomic complexity of the region. We report a rare case of extracranial parapharyngeal space meningioma presenting as a cervical mass with encasement of cranial nerves giving tram track appearance and features on various imaging modalities [Radiographs, Ultrasound, Computed tomography (CT) scan and Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)].

Keywords: Magnetic Resonance Imaging; Meningioma; Neoplasms.

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  • Case Reports