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VOCAL CORD SCHWANNOMA-A RARE CASE PRESENTATION

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  • The International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Bio-Science

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  • 2012

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Objectives: Neurogenic tumors of the vocal cord are extremely rare. The goal of this report is to advert to this rare disease, to review and discuss diagnostics, differential diagnoses and treatment options. Study Design: Retrospective case report and review of the literature. Methods: Case report of a schwannoma of the vocal cord and review of the literature regarding neurogenic tumors of the larynx. Results: Neurogenic laryngeal tumors typically involve the supraglottic larynx, rarely the glottis. They can cause globus sensation, dysphagia, dysphonia and upper airway obstruction. Imaging does not yield a definite diagnosis. The only curative treatment option is complete surgical resection. Conclusions: A definite diagnosis can only be made histologically. Endoscopic resection for smaller lesions and external approaches for larger lesions are recommended treatment options.
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