Paediatric granular cell tumour of the larynx: case report of laser resection with frozen section

J Laryngol Otol. 2007 May;121(5):506-9. doi: 10.1017/S0022215107005701. Epub 2007 Jan 25.

Abstract

Granular cell tumours of the larynx are a very rare cause of persistent hoarse or husky voice in children. We report the case of a 13-year-old girl who presented with a three-year history of progressively huskier voice. We discuss the presentation, location and diagnosis of the tumour. In addition, we present a method of surgical treatment of the tumour, involving the hitherto unreported technique of laser excision and frozen section of the lesion.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Carbon Dioxide / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Frozen Sections
  • Granular Cell Tumor* / pathology
  • Granular Cell Tumor* / surgery
  • Humans
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms* / pathology
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms* / surgery
  • Laser Therapy / methods*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Carbon Dioxide