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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sahar Memar Montazerin, M.D.[2] Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [3]

Overview

The carotid body tumor is diagnosed primarily by history and physical examination. However, imaging studies are necessary to make the final diagnosis. Color Doppler ultrasound has been recommended as a method of screening for the diagnosis of carotid body tumor. It is also suggested that CT angiography is more accurate than color Doppler ultrasound for the diagnosis of larger lesions. CT imaging combined with color Doppler ultrasound has been suggested as the optimal detection modality for the assessment and management of the tumor. It should be mentioned that, traditionally, digital subtraction angiography (DSA) has been the gold standard for the diagnosis of carotid body tumor.

Diagnostic Study of Choice

The comparison of various diagnostic studies for carotid body tumor

Test Sensitivity Specificity Accuracy
CT angiography 100% 100% 100%
Color Doppler ultrasound 89.8% 82.6% 87.5%
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References

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