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Pediatric lingual Schwannoma: case report on an atypical localisation of a benign nerve sheath tumour

Schwannomas of the tongue are rare tumours, and their occurrence in the paediatric population is exceptionally uncommon. We present the case of a 9-year-old boy with a nodular mass on the tongue, present for two years. Complete surgical excision was performed with preservation of both motor function and overall tongue mobility. Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of Schwannoma. This case is reported to highlight the rarity of paediatric lingual Schwannomas and the favourable functional outcomes achievable with meticulous surgical management.