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Nasopharyngeal Respiratory Epithelial Adenomatoid Hamartoma—Master of Masquerade.

Authors :
D'Oliveiro, Jo-Lynn Jean
Chong, Aun Wee
Source :
Annals of Otology, Rhinology & Laryngology. Nov2023, Vol. 132 Issue 11, p1483-1486. 4p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Objectives: To highlight a case of nasopharyngeal Respiratory Epithelial Adenomatoid Hamartoma (REAH) in a female patient with chronic nasal block. Methods: A single case report of a female patient with the diagnosis of REAH, detailing her presenting symptoms, clinical findings, management and follow up. Results: Histopathological assessment of the excised nasopharyngeal polyp was consistent with a diagnosis of REAH with a discussion on the disease and its current literature reviews. Conclusion: The incidence of REAH within the nasopharynx remain rare with only few cases described in literature, especially in females. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00034894
Volume :
132
Issue :
11
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Annals of Otology, Rhinology & Laryngology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
171896964
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/00034894231159325