Mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the larynx.
Mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the larynx is an uncommon tumor that occurs almost exclusively in men. Primary vocal cord involvement is rare. We report a case of mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the vocal cord in a woman. Special histologic studies may be necessary to arrive at an accurate diagnosis of this neoplasm. Appropriate surgical intervention and close follow-up offer the patient the best chance for cure.
D001706:Biopsy; D002277:Carcinoma / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007822:Laryngeal Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D014827:Vocal Cords / Q000473:pathology