Myxoma of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses: report of a case
Hunchaisri, N.
Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand 85(1): 120-124
2002
ISSN/ISBN: 0125-2208 PMID: 12075712 Document Number: 7187
Myxomas are benign connective tissue tumors composed of stellate and spindle-shaped cells with benign-appearing nuclei lying in a myxoid stroma. They are usually found in the heart, soft tissues, and bones. Myxomas of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses are very rare. They are benign but of a locally invasive nature. Recurrent rate is high because of the difficulty to excise them completely. This article presents a case of myxoma of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses that extensively invaded the brain and orbits causing blindness. After three resections, also with a transbasal craniotomy in the second operation, the patient remains free from the disease.
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