title: [Oncocytic cyst of the larynx--case report].
abstract: We report a case of oncocytic cyst of the larynx. It is a rare pathology, usually of a cystic character. Laryngeal lesions have been been described in the literature under a variety names: oncocytic cyst, cystis oncocytica, oncocytic papillary cystadenoma. Detected accidentally, sometimes symptoms are hoarseness or gentle disorders of breathing. It is occurring chiefly at persons after 60 years. The histopathology of these lesions is characterized by proliferation of oncocytic cells. Complete remove this pathology is the treatment of choice, although incomplete excision may be associated with recurrence. Follow up is recommended.
authors.affiliation: Oddział Otolaryngologii Wojewódzkiego Szpitala Podkarpackiego, Krośnie.
authors.forename: Honorata
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Gajewska
authors.forename: Joanna
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Wrońska
mesh_terms: D018249:Adenoma, Oxyphilic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007822:Laryngeal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery