Abstract
Article: Contrast-Enhanced Vascular Imaging Used in the Diagnosis of a Carotid Body Tumor: A Case Report
Authors: Vidya Mani Medepalli, BS, Paul Braum, BS, RDCS, RCS, RVT, ACS, FASE, and Lalitha C. Medepalli, MD, FACC, FASE, RPVI
Category: Vascular [VT]
Credit: 0.5 SDMS CME Credit
Objectives: After studying the article entitled “Contrast-Enhanced Vascular Imaging Used in the Diagnosis of a Carotid Body Tumor: A Case Report,” you will be able to:
Distinguish what a carotid body tumor (CBT) is and the different types
Identify the pathophysiology and sonographic appearance of a CBT
Recognize the benefits of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) for noninvasive vascular imaging
CBTs arise from the: Parasympathetic nervous system Integumentary system Musculoskeletal system Paraganglion system
Which of the following symptoms is associated with CBTs? Hoarseness of voice Pain and visible bruising Jaw pain Vertigo
In this study, the mechanical index was changed to what setting for imaging the contrast portion of the examination? 1.6 0.07 0.78 1.25
Surgical excision on larger, moderately attached CBTs can be carried out with caution on which type or classification? Shamblin IV Shamblin III Shamblin II Shamblin I
Diagnosis confirmation with the use of CEUS is beneficial because most CBTs are: Highly vascular, contraindication for fine-needle aspiration (FNA) Mostly malignant and at high risk for metastasis Common head and neck tumors with a rapid growth rate Large, located near the jawline
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