Schwannoma of the descending loop of the hypoglossal nerve: case report

Abstract

Schwannomas of the descending loop of the hypoglossal nerve are very rare. Existing literature of the schwannoma of the descending loop of the hypoglossal nerve is limited to two previously reported case. They are slow-growing tumors that may masquerade a carotid body tumor.

Keywords

• schwannoma
• hypoglossal nerve
• descending loop