Neurinoma of the hypoglossal nerve in the submandibular space: case report and review of the literature.

Piccirilli, M; Anichini, G; Fabiani, F; Rocchi, G · Acta Neurochir (Wien) · 2007

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Neurinomas of the hypoglossal nerve extending extra-cranially are rare; a schwannoma in a 63-year-old woman causing nerve palsy is reported. The tumour presented as a slow-growing mass in the right submandibular space; a surgical approach with transcervical exploration was performed. The post-operative course was uneventful.

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