# Exploring Head and Neck Paraganglioma: A Case Report

## TL;DR

This case report describes a rare head and neck paraganglioma in a 46-year-old woman successfully treated with radiotherapy.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in highlighting a rare presentation of head and neck paraganglioma and its successful treatment with external radiotherapy.

## Key findings

- The patient presented with hypertension and persistent dysphonia due to a head and neck paraganglioma.
- External radiotherapy was effective in treating the tumor in this case.
- This case emphasizes the importance of recognizing rare paraganglioma presentations.

## Abstract

Paragangliomas (PGLs) are tumors that are rarely malignant; the majority of them are benign. Similar to pheochromocytoma, they develop from the autonomic nerve system. This system originates from neural crest cells and can undergo neoplastic transformation. PGLs can arise either inside or outside the adrenal glands. Head and neck PGLs are very scarce. The primary locations where this tumor commonly originates within this region are the carotid body, jugular bulb, and vagal body. Hence, in our case report, we attempt to highlight the uncommon presentation of this disease in a 46-year-old female, who initially presented with hypertension and persistent dysphonia. The patient underwent successful external radiotherapy. This case report aims to raise awareness of the characteristics of these rare malignancies.