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Inflammatory pseudotumor of the pharynx
Farzan Siddiqui1, Gail Bentley2, Scott McLean3
1Department of Radiation Oncology, The James Cancer Hospital, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA.
Journal of Radiosurgery and SBRT
|January 4, 2018
Summary
A rare pharyngeal pseudotumor, mimicking cancer, was successfully treated with stereotactic radiation therapy. This case highlights a novel management approach for this uncommon head and neck oncology condition.
Area of Science:
- Head and Neck Oncology
- Radiation Oncology
Background:
- Pharyngeal pseudotumors are rare entities that can mimic malignant neoplasms.
- Inflammatory pseudotumors of the pharynx are exceptionally uncommon, with few cases reported in medical literature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the first case of a pharyngeal pseudotumor treated with stereotactic radiation therapy.
- To raise awareness of this rare condition within the head and neck oncology community.
- To discuss the natural history and management options for pharyngeal pseudotumors.
Main Methods:
- A 47-year-old female presented with a pharyngeal mass.
- The patient was treated with stereotactic radiation therapy.
- Literature review was conducted to identify similar cases and treatment modalities.
Main Results:
- The patient showed clinical and radiological evidence of disease control at 5-year follow-up.
- This represents the fifth reported case of an inflammatory pseudotumor of the pharynx.
- This is the first reported case utilizing stereotactic radiation therapy for this condition.
Conclusions:
- Stereotactic radiation therapy can be an effective treatment for pharyngeal pseudotumors.
- Further research is needed to understand the natural history and optimize management strategies for these rare tumors.
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