Lingual schwannoma: case report

Abstract

Introduction: Schwannomas are predominantly benign and slow-growing neoplasms originated in the Schwann cells of the peripheral nerves. In the oral cavity its prevalence is very low, the most frequent location is the tongue. The diagnosis is based on MRI and histological study. The treatment of choice is surgical excision. Case presentation: We present a 73-year-old woman who came to the emergency room for a tumor on the ventral side of tongue with uncertain time of evolution. After a histological and radiological study of the same, the diagnosis of lingual schwannoma is confirmed, so it was operated, performing exeresis of the lesion that finally confirms the diagnosis. Discussion: Lingual schwannoma is a rare benign neoplasm whose prognosis is excellent and with low rates of recurrence after surgical excision.