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Glomus jugulare or tympanicum?

The role of CT and MR Imaging with Gadolinium DTPA

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

P. D. Phelps
Affiliation:
The Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital, London
J. M. Stansbie*
Affiliation:
Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry, UK.
*
Mr. J. M. Stansbie, Consultant E.N.T. Surgeon, Walsgrave Hospital, Clifford Bridge Road, Walsgrave, Coventry CV2 2DX.

Abstract

Small chemodectomas in the middle ear cavity can be recognised by otoscopy, but only radiology will show i f the jugular bulb is involved. This assessment can be difficult, but largely governs the surgical approach. Magnetic resonance is a valuable adjunct to CT, providing some tissue characterisation. The relative value of various imaging techniques is discussed.

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Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1988

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