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Laryngeal chondroma presenting as an external neck mass
Levent Saydam1, Serap Köybasi, Lale Kutluay
1Deptartment of Otolaryngology, Bayindir Medical Center, Ankara, Turkey.
Summary
Laryngeal chondromas, rare benign tumors of the larynx, can present as external neck masses. This case highlights successful surgical excision of a cricoid cartilage chondroma presenting externally.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Surgical Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Laryngeal chondromas are uncommon benign neoplasms arising from laryngeal cartilage.
- Typically, they manifest as endolaryngeal masses, leading to airway compromise or voice changes.
- Surgical excision is the standard treatment, with approach dictated by tumor size and location.
Observation:
- A rare case of a laryngeal chondroma originating from the cricoid cartilage presented as an external neck mass.
- The patient, an elderly individual, experienced progressive voice changes and exertional dyspnea.
- Initial presentation as an external mass is an infrequent clinical scenario for this tumor type.
Findings:
- The laryngeal chondroma was successfully and completely excised via a transcervical surgical approach.
- Postoperative recovery was uncomplicated, with no requirement for tracheotomy or laryngeal stenting.
- Histopathological confirmation identified the lesion as a benign chondroma of the cricoid cartilage.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering laryngeal chondromas in the differential diagnosis of neck masses, particularly in older adults with relevant symptoms.
- A transcervical approach can be effective for complete resection of such externally presenting tumors.
- Awareness of rare presentations can improve diagnostic accuracy and timely management of laryngeal chondromas.