title: Removal of solitary neurofibroma of the external nose by intranasal approach.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  Solitary neurofibroma originating from the external nose is extremely rare, and to our knowledge, only 3 cases have been reported so far in English literatures. It may originate from the ophthalmic (V1) and maxillary (V2) branches of the trigeminal nerve.
  
  
  METHODS
  We present a rare case of solitary neurofibroma arising from the external nose, which was successfully removed by intranasal approach with intercartilaginous incision.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  This case emphasizes two important points. First, we should keep in mind that this clinical entity is included in the differential diagnosis of soft tissue masses arising from the external nose. Second, we should choose the best surgical approach for complete removal with the maintenance of cosmetic appearance.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Chung-Ang University College of Medicine, 224-1, Heukseok-dong, Dongjak-gu, Seoul 156-755, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: H J
authors.initials: HJ
authors.lastname: Min
authors.affiliation: Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Chung-Ang University College of Medicine, 224-1, Heukseok-dong, Dongjak-gu, Seoul 156-755, Republic of Korea. Electronic address: 99-21045@hanmail.net.
authors.forename: K S
authors.initials: KS
authors.lastname: Kim
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D055171:Nasal Cartilages / Q000601:surgery; D009455:Neurofibroma / Q000601:surgery*; D009669:Nose Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D016896:Treatment Outcome
keywords: External nose; Intercartilaginous incision; Intranasal approach; Neurofibroma; Solitary