[Laryngeal schwannoma: a case report]

Ann Otolaryngol Chir Cervicofac. 2003 Feb;120(1):40-4.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Objectives: The larynx is an unusual localization for schwannoma. We present a case report and review pertinent data in the literature.

Material and methods: Laryngeal schwannoma was discovered in a 56-year-old woman who complained of persistent dysphonia. We present the histological findings leading to diagnosis and radiological data together with the therapeutic surgical procedure.

Results: There was no postoperative complication and functional outcome was excellent at one year follow-up, demonstrating that conservative surgery is required for this type of disease.

Conclusion: Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging provide essential data on the spread of this benign submucosal tumor for optimal resection. Conservative surgery provides excellent results.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / complications
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / surgery
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Middle Aged
  • Neurilemmoma / pathology*
  • Neurilemmoma / surgery
  • Surgical Procedures, Operative
  • Voice Disorders / diagnosis
  • Voice Disorders / etiology