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- Title
A Rare Presentation of an Epiglottis Chondroma: "Moth-Eaten" Epiglottis.
- Authors
Chong Sian Ng; Nordin, Ahmad; Mohamed, Moharzudi
- Abstract
Introduction: Laryngeal chondroma is a rare form of benign cartilaginous tumour arising from the cartilaginous framework of the larynx. The rarity of chondroma on the epiglottis is represented by the limited numbers of case reports published worldwide. We present this case to highlight the importance of including the differential of an epiglottis chondroma in patients with clinical finding of an ulcerated and eroded "moth-eaten" epiglottis. Case Report: A 47 year old lady presented with symptoms of globus sensation in the throat for the past 4 months. Endoscopic examination of the larynx shows an ulcerated tip of epiglottis with "moth-eaten" appearance, which initially raises the clinical suspicion of laryngeal tuberculosis. With a negative tuberculosis screen, punch biopsy was done under general anaesthesia. Histopathological examination of the intraoperative specimen was reported to be chondroma of the epiglottis. Discussion: Chondromas of the larynx usually presents itself as a mass3). Whilst a "moth-eaten" epiglottis could also represent tuberculosis of the larynx, the diagnosis of epiglottis chondroma should also not to be forgotten. Wide surgical resection of the lesion is highly recommended in the event of clinical progression or malignant change during period of clinical surveillance.
- Subjects
BIOPSY; ENCHONDROMA; ENDOSCOPY; EPIGLOTTIS; LARYNGEAL tumors; OPERATIVE otolaryngology; TREATMENT effectiveness; GENERAL anesthesia; MIDDLE age
- Publication
International Medical Journal, 2020, Vol 27, Issue 3, p372
- ISSN
1341-2051
- Publication type
Article