title: [Parapharyngeal tumors].
abstract: Parapharyngeal tumors are neoplasms which protrude beyond the parapharyngeal wall. The anatomy of the cephalic parapharyngeal space allows the identification of four sites - one retropharyngeal and three lateropharyngeal - each having its own particular pathological characteristics. Clinical examination and paramedical testing permit an exact determination of tumor configuration and will often permit diagnosis of tumor type. With the pre-operative diagnosis established, the surgeon can choose his approach and formulate a plan for excision according to the tumor site.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D010609:Pharyngeal Muscles / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D010610:Pharyngeal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery; D010614:Pharynx / Q000033:anatomy & histology
vernacular_title: Les tumeurs parapharyngées.