Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumor of the Larynx: A Case Report
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Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors (IMFTs) are rare neoplasms of unclear origin that are most commonly found in the lungs and the abdominopelvic region, with rare involvement of the larynx [1-3]. Some cases of IMFT have shown immunohistochemical expression of anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) [3]. ALK positivity confers a higher likelihood of recurrence but a lower chance of metastasis and therefore is prognostically pertinent. In this report we wish to add to the body of literature on this disease given the uncommon findings of ALK positivity and subglottic extension. The Institutional Review Board at the University of Texas Medical Branch approved this case for publication.
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