Extramedullary plasmacytomas of the larynx and parapharyngeal space: imaging and pathologic features.
Extramedullary plasmacytoma is a rare plasma cell neoplasm that can occur in the head and neck. In this article we describe a case of multiple synchronous extramedullary plasmacytomas involving the upper airway, pharynx, and larynx. The clinical, imaging, and pathologic features of this neoplasm are discussed, together with potential treatment options.
Lewis
Khari
K
Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, East Sussex NHS Trust, Eastbourne District General Hospital, Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK.
Thomas
Rose
R
Grace
Richard
R
Moffat
Christopher
C
Manjaly
George
G
Howlett
David C
DC
D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D007822:Laryngeal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D009302:Nasopharyngeal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D010610:Pharyngeal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D010954:Plasmacytoma / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery