Primary Malignant Melanoma of the Larynx: A Case Report

JOURNAL TITLE: International Journal of Phonosurgery & Laryngology

Author
1. Rajlaxmi Panigrahi
2. Soumya Jee
ISSN
2230-7508
DOI
10.5005/jp-journals-10023-1175
Volume
9
Issue
2
Publishing Year
2019
Pages
2
Author Affiliations
    1. Department of Otolaryngology, Hi Tech Medical College and Hospital, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
  • Article keywords
    Larynx, Malignant, Melanoma, Primary, Tracheostomy

    Abstract

    Malignant melanoma of the larynx is a rare cancer that can appear as a primary tumor or as a metastasis from a cutaneous head and neck primary site. It is known for its poor outcomes and survival. Owing to rarity of the disease every reported case of primary malignant melanoma of the larynx is important for understanding the natural course of disease, presentation, tumor biology, treatment, and prognosis for establishing guidelines for further management of the disease. Here we report a case of primary malignant melanoma of the larynx. Diagnosis was based on histological, immunohistochemical findings from excisional biopsy specimen from the larynx.

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