Leiomyosarcoma of the larynx: case report and review of the literature

Ear Nose Throat J. 2008 May;87(5):283-7.

Abstract

Leiomyosarcoma of the larynx is an extremely rare entity. This tumor is aggressive and is associated with dismal treatment results. We present a case of leiomyosarcoma of the larynx treated with surgery and postoperative radiotherapy. In this article we also discuss laryngeal leiomyosarcoma's clinical manifestations, associated diagnostic dilemmas, and optimal management, as well as a review of the literature.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Humans
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / metabolism
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / pathology
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / surgery
  • Laryngectomy
  • Leiomyosarcoma / diagnosis*
  • Leiomyosarcoma / metabolism
  • Leiomyosarcoma / pathology
  • Leiomyosarcoma / surgery
  • Male
  • Prognosis
  • Radiotherapy, Adjuvant
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed