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Rare Primitive Lung Adenocarcinoma in Larynx: A Case Report
Maria Grazia Maglione1, Giovanni Salzano2, Francesco Maffia2
1Department of Otolaryngology and Maxillo-Facial Surgery Unit, Istituto Nazionale Tumori-IRCCS Fondazione G. Pascale, Naples, 80131 Italy.
Summary
Metastasis to the larynx from lung adenocarcinoma is rare. This case highlights the varied treatment approaches for laryngeal cancer metastasis, emphasizing no single standard protocol.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Otorhinolaryngology
Background:
- Laryngeal metastasis from distant primary cancers is uncommon.
- Lung adenocarcinoma is a frequent primary cancer, but rarely metastasizes to the larynx.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of supraglottic laryngeal metastasis from lung adenocarcinoma.
- To review the literature regarding treatment options for this rare oncological presentation.
Main Methods:
- Case presentation of a 63-year-old patient.
- Literature review of laryngeal metastasis from lung adenocarcinoma.
Main Results:
- Successful identification and management of a supraglottic laryngeal metastasis.
- Literature review indicated diverse treatment strategies without a unique standard approach.
Conclusions:
- Laryngeal metastasis from lung adenocarcinoma is a rare clinical entity.
- Treatment for laryngeal metastasis should be individualized based on patient factors and disease extent.
