Neurilemmoma of the larynx: a case report
Iglesias Moreno, M.C.; Bhathal Guede, B.; González Gimeno, M.J.; Martín Villares, C.; Ortega Medina, L.; Arrazola, J.; Poch Broto, J.
Acta Otorrinolaringologica Espanola 55(9): 446-450
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 0001-6519 PMID: 15605811 Document Number: 569518
Neuromas or Schwannomas are extremely rare among tumors of the larynx. They are Schwann cell tumors that can be difficult to distinguish from neurofibromas. They present usually as supraglottic masses, since they may arise from the internal branch of the superior laryngeal nerve. Nuclear magnetic resonance imaging is the best diagnostic technique, conferring a high degree of suspicion. We present an exceptional case of a laryngeal neuroma, with a very long evolution, a large tumor volume, dyspnea and vocal cord fixation, with complete resolution through an external approach following surgical removal. The difficulties encountered with its pathological and clinical diagnosis are discussed as well as a review of the literature.