Shamblin et al reported a classification for carotid body tumor (CBT).
Patient selection: carotid body tumor (CBT)
Shamblin Classification
Anatomic Extent
Shamblin Class I
localized, widening of the carotid bifurcation, minimal attachment to carotid vessels
Shamblin Class II
partially surround the carotid vessels
Shamblin Class III
encase the carotid vessels; may show intimate adherence
Shamblin Class
Surgical Difficulty
Risk of Complications
I
low
minimal
II
moderate
intermediate
III
high, especially with intimate adherence
high
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Specialty: Hematology Oncology