Schwannoma of the larynx-an uncommon cause of vocal cord immobility

Hong Kong Med J. 2004 Apr;10(2):131-3.

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.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Biopsy, Needle
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Male
  • Neurilemmoma / diagnosis*
  • Neurilemmoma / surgery*
  • Risk Assessment
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis / etiology
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis / surgery