Paragangliomas are rare, benign vascular tumours that can present in the head and neck region with a wide clinical spectrum. The clinical presentation and management approaches are examined from a Jamaican perspective.
ABSTRACT
Objective: Paragangliomas are slow-growing tumours that present with varied clinical spectra. Early recognition is paramount in achieving reduced morbidity and mortality. There is a paucity of data regarding head and neck paragangliomas (HNPGs) in the Caribbean literature. This study aimed to reflect the clinical experience in the management of HNPGs at two Jamaican tertiary referral centres: the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) and the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI).
Spear gun penetrating injury (SPGI) in the head and neck region albeit uncommon, can present with various challenges in management. We present a case of a male patient who sustained an intentional spear gun injury spanning infratemporal, transoropharyngeal and transcervical regions .The challenges and management outcomes of this case will be highlighted.
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The Osteoclast- like Giant cell tumour of the salivary gland is very rare and 24 cases have been reported so far in the English literature. There is no published literature in the West Indies regarding this rare lesion. This case report aims to highlight an additional case emphasizing pathology, management and a recent literature review.
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