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Potato tumour of neck

potato tumour of neck
A firm nodular mass in the neck, usually a carotid body tumour (chemodectoma).The tumour moves transversely, shows transmitted pulsation, and is often associated with slow pulsee, and attacks of fainting due to pressure on the carotid sinus.

Last updated on January 20th, 2021

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