Carotid tumors are rare, hyper-vascular structures arising from the chemoreceptors of the carotid body. In this study, we will discuss the classification and diagnosis of carotid body tumors, as well as surgical resection, which is the definitive treatment for these lesions. We will highlight important preoperative considerations to minimize the risk of bleeding, cranial nerve injury, and stroke with surgical resection.

P.B. was responsible for conceptualization, investigation, and writing, including the original draft as well as review and editing. J.L. contributed through investigation and writing, including the original draft, review, and editing. D.S. was involved in conceptualization, investigation, supervision, validation, and writing, including review and editing.

Received: 29 December 2025

Accepted: 12 January 2026

Accepted Manuscript online:
13 January 2026

Article published online:
23 January 2026

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