Carotid body tumours resection with ultrasound dissector

Carotid body tumour （CBT） is a rare neoplasm arising from para~an~lion cells of the carotid body.1 Sureical resection of the CBT is considered the primary treatment option, and the only one which can allow a definitive cure.^1-3 The resection is particularly difficult because the tumour is adherent to the carotid adventitia, is highly vascularized, often involves the cranial nerves, and is in a limited field for exposure, consequently, the intervention is associated with high morbidity due to risk of nervous injuries, stroke, was well as hemorrhage shock.^1-3