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Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery
Published in: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery 1/2019

01-10-2019 | Clinical Report

Laryngeal Leiomyosarcoma: A Rare Case

Authors: Boon Han Kevin Ng, Ing Ping Tang, G. Suhashini, Chiun Kian Chai

Published in: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery | Special Issue 1/2019

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Abstract

Laryngeal leiomyosarcoma is a rare smooth muscle malignancy of the head and neck region. Diagnosis is based on immunohistochemistry. Here we present a case of laryngeal leiomyosarcoma that was diagnosed and treated in our center, focusing on the clinical features, histological diagnosis and management of this rare disease.
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Metadata
Title
Laryngeal Leiomyosarcoma: A Rare Case
Authors
Boon Han Kevin Ng
Ing Ping Tang
G. Suhashini
Chiun Kian Chai
Publication date
01-10-2019
Publisher
Springer India
Published in
Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery / Issue Special Issue 1/2019
Print ISSN: 2231-3796
Electronic ISSN: 0973-7707
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-018-1553-7

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