Metastatic nasal chondrosarcoma

Med J Malaysia. 2007 Oct;62(4):347-8.

Abstract

Chondrosarcomas are uncommon tumors which originates in the head and neck and accounts for approximately 10 to 15% of all cases. Most chondrosarcomas exhibit an indolent growth pattern. Nasoseptal tumors may mimic common sinonasal conditions, making early diagnosis difficult. We report a case of nasoseptal metastatic chondrosarcoma which was atypical, characterized by an aggressive growth pattern and widely disseminated.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Chondrosarcoma / diagnosis
  • Chondrosarcoma / pathology*
  • Chondrosarcoma / surgery
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Humans
  • Lung Neoplasms / secondary*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged