Oncocytic cyst of the larynx : precipitating factors and mode of treatment : (case report)
Joint Authors
Mettias, Basim
Usanov, Alexei
Osborne, Jonathan
Source
Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences
Issue
Vol. 13, Issue 2 (31 Jul. 2012), pp.91-93, 3 p.
Publisher
Egyptian Society of Ear Nose Throat and Allied Science
Publication Date
2012-07-31
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
3
Main Subjects
Topics
Abstract EN
Introduction: Oncocytic laryngeal cyst is an uncommon benign lesion that develops in the supraglottic area as part of the aging process.
Aim: To present the case of oncocytic cyst of the larynx and review the literature regarding precipitating factors and methods of treatment.
Method: Case report.
Results: Oncocytic laryngeal cyst arises from the ventricle and the patient presented with hoarseness of voice.
Marsupialization is satisfactory with low risk of recurrence.
Conclusion: It is metaplasia of respiratory or glandular salivary epithelium with no risk of malignancy although recurrence after excision can still occur.
It usually presents with hoarseness of voice although acute and chronic dyspnea may occur as well.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Mettias, Basim& Usanov, Alexei& Osborne, Jonathan. 2012. Oncocytic cyst of the larynx : precipitating factors and mode of treatment : (case report). Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences،Vol. 13, no. 2, pp.91-93.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Mettias, Basim…[et al.]. Oncocytic cyst of the larynx : precipitating factors and mode of treatment : (case report). Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences Vol. 13, no. 2 (Jul. 2012), pp.91-93.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-374734
American Medical Association (AMA)
Mettias, Basim& Usanov, Alexei& Osborne, Jonathan. Oncocytic cyst of the larynx : precipitating factors and mode of treatment : (case report). Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences. 2012. Vol. 13, no. 2, pp.91-93.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-374734
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 93
Record ID
BIM-374734