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Re-irradiation of a second localization of idiopathic midline destructive disease in the head and neck area

Authors: Robert L. Poorter, Remco de Bree, C. René Leemans, Paul van der Valk, Ben J. Slotman, Johannes A. Langendijk

Published in: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology | Issue 12/2007

Abstract

Idiopathic midline destructive disease is a rare disease, characterized by a progressive ulceration and destruction of midline facial structures. We report a case with localization on the palate for which she received radiotherapy. Later she developed a second localization on the posterior pharyngeal wall for which she was re-irradiated, without severe sequels. Twice a complete regression was observed.

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Title: Re-irradiation of a second localization of idiopathic midline destructive disease in the head and neck area
Authors: Robert L. Poorter
Remco de Bree
C. René Leemans
Paul van der Valk
Ben J. Slotman
Johannes A. Langendijk
Publication date: 01-12-2007
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology / Issue 12/2007
Print ISSN: 0937-4477
Electronic ISSN: 1434-4726
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00405-007-0388-8

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