Adenoid cystic carcinoma of larynx

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2006 Oct;16(10):669-70. doi: 10.2006/JCPSP.669670.

Abstract

This case report presents the clinical picture, diagnostic methodology, and surgical treatment of a 30 years old female patient, who presented with hoarseness of voice and difficulty in breathing. Direct laryngoscopy showed mass in right side of subglottic region, and biopsy-proven adenoid cystic carcinoma. Total laryngectomy was performed and patient was discharged three weeks postoperatively and doing well.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Carcinoma, Adenoid Cystic / diagnosis*
  • Carcinoma, Adenoid Cystic / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / surgery
  • Laryngectomy
  • Laryngoscopy