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Plasma cell polyp of the vocal fold
S B Lee1, S Kundu, M Salto-Tellez
1Department of Otolaryngology, St Mark's NHS Trust, Harrow, Middlesex, UK.
The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|October 12, 2000
Summary
Plasma cell polyps, also known as plasma cell granulomas, are rare laryngeal growths. Surgical removal is the recommended treatment for these benign inflammatory polyps.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Pathology
Background:
- Plasma cell polyps (plasma cell granulomas) are uncommon inflammatory lesions affecting the larynx.
- These lesions present as polyps on the vocal folds.
Observation:
- Histological examination reveals polyclonal plasma cell aggregates.
- Distinguishing these from neoplastic plasma cell proliferations is crucial.
Findings:
- The case presented involves a plasma cell granuloma manifesting as a vocal fold polyp.
- Surgical resection was the chosen treatment method.
Implications:
- Plasma cell polyps should be considered in the differential diagnosis of laryngeal polyps.
- While surgery is preferred, other treatments like radiotherapy and steroids may be effective.