Journal: Audiology and Neurotology
Submission Deadline: January 31, 2025
For the upcoming collection, “Management of Temporal Bone Paragangliomas”, Audiology and Neurotology encourages researchers and clinicians to take part in our Call for Papers (CfP) on paragangliomas of the head and neck, which are rare hypervascular tumors of the neural crest originating mainly from parasympathetic paragangliomas. These rare tumors (<0.5% of all head and neck tumors) can occur at any age but tend to peak between the fourth and seventh decades, with a female preponderance.
Paragangliomas of the head and neck tend to grow slowly; however, they often involve critical surrounding structures (bone, vessels, and nerves) due to their invasive nature. Depending on the extent of growth, these tumors can cause serious complications as consequences of cranial nerve involvement (dysphagia, dysphonia, and cranial nerve palsy).
Surgery is the most effective therapy - the other options are "wait and scan" and radiotherapy, but the effectiveness of radiotherapy remains a matter of debate. Surgical approaches and techniques have also evolved over the past 3 decades, and tumors once considered inoperable can now be safely removed, provided specific expertise in lateral skull base and head and neck surgery is available.
This pathology represents an ongoing challenge for otolaryngologists both surgically and clinically. Early diagnosis and familial genetic study could result in better treatment with fewer or no post-surgical sequelae.
The purpose of this CfP is to stimulate discussion in different areas of the field in order to improve treatment outcomes and the quality of life of patients. We welcome original research, reviews, case studies, and brief reports.
Please select the option “Call for Papers: Management of Temporal Bone Paragangliomas” when submitting your manuscript and mention this Call for Papers in your cover letter.
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