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Antrochoanal autopolypectomy: CT findings
X Pruna1, J M Ibañez, G Santamaria
1Department of Radiology, Granollers General Hospital, Barcelona, Spain.
European Radiology
|January 1, 1997
Summary
Antrochoanal polyps, also known as Killian polyps, are rare benign maxillary lesions. This study details a unique case of autopolypectomy, where the polyp was expelled naturally, observed via CT scans.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Radiology
- Pathology
Background:
- Antrochoanal polyp (Killian polyp) is an uncommon benign lesion originating from the maxillary sinus.
- These polyps can cause significant nasal obstruction and other symptoms.