Publications by authors named "Zaid Ahmed Shamsi"
Introduction: Sarcomas are rare cancers originating from mesenchymal tissues, manifesting in diverse anatomical locations, but notably in connective tissue, muscles and the skeleton. Thoracic sarcomas present a unique diagnostic and surgical challenge attributable to their rarity and pathoanatomy. Standard practice currently comprises wide surgical excision, often accompanied by adjuvant chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy.
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- Paraganglioma are rare neuroendocrine tumors typically found around certain cranial nerves, with a specific case reported involving the hypoglossal nerve in the neck.
- A 48-year-old male presented with symptoms of stroke and a vascular neck mass, which was misdiagnosed as a Glomus tumor but was later identified as a tumor on the hypoglossal nerve during surgery.
- The patient underwent cyber knife treatment, resulting in a significant reduction in tumor size and symptom resolution, highlighting the challenges in diagnosing and treating this uncommon type of tumor.