Publications by authors named "Ghina Sukkar"

Paragangliomas are rare neuroendocrine tumors originating from the paraganglia. They are mostly benign, slow-growing, and non-secretory. This report describes a rare case of a catecholamine-secreting paraganglioma located in the pterygopalatine fossa.

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Article Synopsis
  • Laryngocele is a rare condition characterized by an abnormal air-filled dilation in the laryngeal ventricle, mostly occurring unilaterally, with bilateral cases being highly uncommon.
  • The article details a case of a 57-year-old male with respiratory distress from bilateral laryngoceles, confirmed through CT imaging, leading to a tracheostomy and successful surgical excision.
  • A literature review shows that laryngoceles are often asymptomatic and typically diagnosed around age 50, highlighting the need for timely medical intervention and further research on this condition.
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