Paraganglioma in supraglottic area: A rare case report
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چکیده
Paragangliomaof the larynx is a rare tumourthat arises from paraganglion cells. These tumors are generallyconsidered benign and have to be differentiated from other neuroendocrine tumors. Diagnosis relies mostly on histopathological examination followed by immunohistochemistry. Surgical excision generally confers complete cure of the tumor. We hereby present a case of laryngeal paragangliomain a 50yearoldfemale, who presented with breathlessness, underwent total laryngectomy following a diagnostic microlaryngeal biopsy, which was supported by immunohistochemistry. KeywordsImmunohistochemistry; Larynx; Neuroendocrine; Paraganglioma
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