title: Primary amyloidosis of the larynx.
abstract: The history, examination and operative findings of primary amyloidosis of the larynx are very suggestive of carcinoma, indicating the need for careful histological examination. Staining with Congo red shows a characteristic birefringence. Systemic amyloidosis may be present.
authors.affiliation: Department of ENT Surgery, Queen Elizabeth Military Hospital, Woolwich, London.
authors.forename: J D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Bennett
authors.forename: C R
authors.initials: CR
authors.lastname: Chowdhury
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000686:Amyloidosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology*; D003224:Congo Red; D006801:Humans; D007818:Laryngeal Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology*; D007830:Larynx / Q000473:pathology*; D008297:Male
chemical_list: D003224:Congo Red