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Pediatric Subligamentous Cordectomy: Successful Voice Outcome Following Laryngeal Granular Cell Tumor Resection

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Laryngeal granular cell tumors (GCTs) are rare lesions, particularly in pediatric patients. We present a case of GCT of the right true vocal cord in a 12‐year‐old male. Methods: The electronic medical record was utilized to review the patient’s clinical and surgical history. Results: A 12‐year‐old male presented with a 2‐year history of worsening dysphonia and cough. Flexible laryngoscopy revealed a submucosal pedunculated mass of the right mid and anterior true vocal cord. Gross resection was performed. Final pathology confirmed a benign GCT; however, a positive margin was identified. A right subligamentous cordectomy was pursued for complete excision of the residual GCT. The patient achieved an excellent voice outcome. Conclusions: This case demonstrates that subligamentous cordectomy can be an effective treatment method for laryngeal GCT in pediatric patients. It also adds valuable data regarding pediatric GCT location and propensity for submucosal tumor spread.

Source: Case Reports in Otolaryngology

DOI: 10.1155/crot/5734361

Authors: Jillian L. Haywood, Katherine Guo, Nicholas Toomey, Tiffiny A. Hron, Alexander P. Marston

Institutions: Tufts University, University of California Davis Medical Center, UC Davis Health, Harvard University, Massachusetts General Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Tumors and Oncological Cases

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $790