Abstract
We present a rare case of schwannoma of the larynx in a 26-year-old Chinese patient. The tumour was excised using a lateral thyrotomy approach, with satisfactory restoration of laryngeal function. The presentation, management, and outcome of treatment for this type of tumour are discussed.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Biopsy, Needle
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Follow-Up Studies
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Humans
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Immunohistochemistry
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Laryngeal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
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Laryngeal Neoplasms / surgery*
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Laryngoscopy
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Male
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Neurilemmoma / diagnosis*
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Neurilemmoma / surgery*
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Risk Assessment
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Treatment Outcome
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Vocal Cord Paralysis / etiology
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Vocal Cord Paralysis / surgery