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Leprosy of the larynx
Summary
Leprosy can affect the larynx, with five cases of lepromatous leprosy found in 280 laryngeal lesions. These lesions commonly involved the epiglottis and sometimes the vocal cords or pyriform fossa.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pathology
Background:
- Leprosy, a chronic infectious disease, primarily affects the skin and peripheral nerves.
- Laryngeal involvement in leprosy is rare but can lead to significant upper airway complications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the incidence and characteristics of laryngeal lesions in patients with leprosy.
- To describe the anatomical distribution of leprosy-related laryngeal pathology.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 280 laryngeal lesions.
- Analysis of five cases with confirmed lepromatous leprosy affecting the larynx.
Main Results:
- Five cases (1.79%) of lepromatous leprosy were identified among 280 laryngeal lesions.
- Laryngeal lesions involved the epiglottis in all five cases.
- Vocal cord involvement occurred in two cases, and pyriform fossa extension in one case.
Conclusions:
- Lepromatous leprosy can manifest as laryngeal lesions, primarily affecting the epiglottis.
- Early recognition of laryngeal leprosy is crucial for appropriate management and to prevent airway compromise.