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Bilateral combined laryngocele.

Abrar A Suqati¹, Ameen Z Alherabi, Osama A Marglani

¹Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. E-mail. herabi@hotmail.com.

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Summary

This case report highlights a rare bilateral combined laryngocele, emphasizing diagnostic laryngoscopy for upper airway issues. It aims to raise otolaryngologist awareness and showcase an effective external surgical approach.

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Otolaryngology
Medical Case Reports

Background:

Laryngocele is a rare benign dilatation of the laryngeal saccule.
It can be classified as internal or combined, involving air and/or fluid.
This condition arises in the laryngeal ventricle region.

Observation:

Presents a rare case of a bilateral combined laryngocele.
Underscores the significance of diagnostic laryngoscopy in evaluating upper airway pathologies.
Highlights the importance of increasing awareness among otolaryngologists.

Findings:

Diagnostic laryngoscopy is crucial for identifying upper airway pathologies like laryngocele.
Bilateral combined laryngocele is an uncommon presentation requiring specific diagnostic consideration.
External surgical methods can be an effective treatment for this condition.

Implications:

Increased awareness of laryngocele among otolaryngologists can lead to earlier diagnosis.
Diagnostic laryngoscopy should be a key tool in the evaluation of unexplained upper airway symptoms.
This case supports the utility of external surgical approaches for managing bilateral combined laryngoceles.