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Primary myxoid liposarcoma of the supraglottic larynx

Year: 2010

Type: article

Abstract: Sarcomas are a rare occurrence accounting for roughly 1% of all cancer cases reported. Of these, 9-18% will be identified as liposarcoma. Overall, only 4-9% of all liposarcomas occur in the head and neck region. As such, it is a rare event to see a primary liposarcoma of the aerodigestive tract. These tumors are typically misdiagnosed secondary to their indolent, asymptomatic course and similarities in appearance to other benign lesions. An understanding of these lesions will help clinicians appropriately manage their patients. We present a case of a 60-year male with a primary supraglottic myxoid liposarcoma, and provide relevant information about liposarcomas.

Source: Rare Tumors

DOI: 10.4081/rt.2010.e41

Authors: David M Gleinser, Jean Paul Font, Cecilia G Clement, Basim S Mohammed, Michael P Underbrink

Institution: The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston

Language: English

Topic: Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,000