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28-06-2023 | Liposarcoma | Review Article

Primary Pathology of the Parapharyngeal Space

Authors: Ryan K. Rigsby, Alok A. Bhatt

Published in: Clinical Neuroradiology | Issue 4/2023

Abstract

The radiologically defined parapharyngeal space is a distinct location on cross-sectional imaging and is often described based on its displacement or invasion by tumors or other pathologies in adjacent spaces; however, there are multiple primary pathologic entities of the parapharyngeal space, which are often forgotten. Recognizing that a lesion is arising from the parapharyngeal space is important in generating an accurate differential diagnosis that will guide management.

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Title: Primary Pathology of the Parapharyngeal Space
Authors: Ryan K. Rigsby
Alok A. Bhatt
Publication date: 28-06-2023
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Keywords: Liposarcoma
CT of the Neck
Pathology
Schwannoma
Published in: Clinical Neuroradiology / Issue 4/2023
Print ISSN: 1869-1439
Electronic ISSN: 1869-1447
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00062-023-01316-9

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