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Chondrosarcoma of larynx: review of literature and clinical experience

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 October 2007

S Bathala ,
S Berry ,
R A Evans ,
S Brodie  and
O Altaan
S Bathala*
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, UK
S Berry
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, UK
R A Evans
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, UK
S Brodie
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, UK
O Altaan
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, UK
*
Address for correspondence: Mr S Bathala, Flat 1, Block C, Staff Residences, Neath Port Talbot Hospital, Baglan Way, Port Talbot SA12 7BX, UK. E-mail: bathala_srinivasalu@yahoo.co.uk
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Abstract

Laryngeal chondrosarcomas are rare, cartilaginous tumours, and around 300 cases have been reported in the literature. They are slow-growing tumours which present difficulties both in diagnosis and treatment. Most patients eventually require radical surgery. However, over the last 10 years, we have diagnosed two cases of laryngeal chondrosarcoma and managed them conservatively by endoscopic debulking and regular follow up. The objective of this article is to highlight the conservative approach in managing these patients, particularly in the presence of co-morbid conditions.

Keywords

ChondrosarcomaPyriform Fossa

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Clinical Records
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The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 122 , Issue 10 , October 2008 , pp. 1127 - 1129
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Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 2008

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