Imaging study on giant glomus jugular tumor in 8 cases

Objective To investigate the imaging characteristics of giant glomus jugular tumor before operation. Methods The imaging data of 8 giant glomus jugular tumors with definite pathological diagnosis were analyzed retrospectively. Results The specific manifestation of giant glomus tumor was observed in MRI in 6 cases, which showed a typical salt and pepper sign; Preoperative DSA not only confirmed the supply artery for tumor, but also helped the embolotherapy performed simultaneously for reducing operative bleeding. Conclusion MRI and DSA are the most valuable tools for detecting the giant glomus tumor.