Author: Piccirilli M. Anichini G. Fabiani F. Rocchi G.
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
ISSN: 0001-6268
Source: Acta Neurochirurgica, Vol.149, Iss.9, 2007-09, pp. : 949-952
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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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