Rheumatoid nodules of the larynx.
Two unique cases of rheumatoid nodules affecting the larynx are reported. These subcutaneous nodules represent localized laryngeal involvement from autoimmune disorders. The otolaryngologist should be aware of these possibilities as part of the differential diagnosis in the workup of dysphonia.
Woo
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State University of New York Health Science Center at Syracuse, USA.
Mendelsohn
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Humphrey
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D000328:Adult; D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000150:complications; D005260:Female; D006685:Hoarseness / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D007818:Laryngeal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000276:immunology* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D007828:Laryngoscopy; D008180:Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / Q000150:complications; D008875:Middle Aged; D012218:Rheumatoid Nodule / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000276:immunology* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery