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Fibroma of tonsil
J P Goravalingappa1, K C Mariyappa
1Sri Siddhartha Medical College, 572 027 Agalkote, Tumkur.
Summary
Benign tonsillar neoplasms are rare, with fibromas being exceptionally uncommon in the oral cavity and oropharynx. This report details a rare case of a fibroma occurring in the tonsil, highlighting its unusual presentation.
Area of Science:
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Benign neoplasms of the tonsillar region are infrequent.
- Common benign tonsillar neoplasms include haemangiomas, lipomas, and schwannomas.
- True fibromas of the oral cavity and oropharynx are exceptionally rare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of a fibroma of the tonsil.
- To emphasize the rarity of fibromas in this specific anatomical location.
Main Methods:
- Case report.
- Literature review on benign neoplasms of the tonsillar region, oral cavity, oropharynx, nasal cavity, pharynx, and larynx.
Main Results:
- Fibromas have been documented in the nasal cavity, pharynx, and larynx.
- This case presents a fibroma originating from the tonsil, a site where they are seldom found.
Conclusions:
- Fibromas of the tonsil are exceedingly rare benign neoplasms.
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare pathologies in differential diagnoses for tonsillar masses.
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