Biga L A, Netterville J L
ORL Head Neck Nurs. 1994 Fall;12(4):11-6.
The carotid bodies, located at the bifurcation of the carotid arteries, rarely develop neoplasms or carotid body tumors. The most interesting aspects of this rare tumor are its anatomical location, familial tendency, physiologic alterations related to removal, and surgical management. Tumors of the carotid body can occur alone or bilaterally. Prompt and accurate diagnosis is essential so that resection can be done in the early stage of the disease. Nurses must be aware of the risks and potential complications that may be encountered after surgical excision of this tumor.
颈动脉体位于颈动脉分叉处，很少发生肿瘤或颈动脉体瘤。这种罕见肿瘤最有趣的方面在于其解剖位置、家族倾向、与切除相关的生理改变以及手术处理。颈动脉体肿瘤可单侧或双侧发生。及时准确的诊断至关重要，以便能在疾病早期进行切除。护士必须了解手术切除该肿瘤后可能遇到的风险和潜在并发症。
