Phrenic nerve schwannoma presenting as an asymptomatic neck mass

Abstract

Abstract Phrenic nerve schwannomas of the head and neck are exceedingly rare pathologies that can present as an asymptomatic neck mass. Surgery is the definitive treatment, and a conservative surgical approach is preferred if a benign pathology is suspected.

Keywords

• head and neck
• neurogenic tumor
• phrenic nerve
• schwannoma