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Laryngeal extramedullary plasmacytoma in an adolescent
We present a case report of a 17 year old female found to have a solitary extramedullary plasmacytoma of the supraglottis along with localized laryngeal amyloid. In contrast to traditional treatment, our patient was treated with surgical excision alone and remains clinically free of disease after two years of follow-up. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - January 6, 2014 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: James Naples, Tova Fischer Isseroff, Michael J. Pitman Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

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Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - January 1, 2014 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Penetrating laryngotracheal injury in a child: An unusual case of firework fragment
We describe an extremely rare case of penetrating laryngotracheal blast injury in a teenager. Dilemmas in diagnosis and management, especially of the airway, will be discussed. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - December 27, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Waseem Sayegh, Avishay Golz, Arie Gordin Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Why is the endoscope stuck in the baby's nose?
We describe such a case but with a unique course of events. Upon initial examination of an 8-month old baby presenting with respiratory distress a flexible endoscope was inserted through the nose and a foreign body was not seen. Several attempts to extract the endoscope were unsuccessful. The baby was taken to the operating room and under general anesthesia the endoscope was pushed further into the nose and a door-key with the endoscope edge in its hole appeared from the nasopharynx behind the soft palate and both were removed. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - December 26, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tehila Hadjadj, Jean-Yves Sichel, Ronen Perez Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Congenital midline upper lip sinus: A case report
We present a new case of congenital midline upper lip sinus in a 2-year old girl. Complete surgical removal of the sinus was performed from the dermal surface under microscopy. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - December 16, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Rosslyn C. Anicete, Ivan Khoo, Henry Kun Kiaang Tan Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Solitary plexiform neurofibroma of the forehead: A rare and unusual presentation
Abstract: Plexiform neurofibromas are benign tumors of the peripheral nerves and are usually considered pathognomonic of neurofibromatosis type 1. We discuss the case of a child who presented with a forehead mass. Pathologic examination revealed a plexiform neurofibroma of the supraorbital nerve. No other signs or symptoms of neurofibromatosis were identified. Although rare, plexiform neurofibromas may rarely occur as solitary lesions not associated with the neurofibromatosis spectrum. It can be seen in unusual anatomic location such as the supraorbital or forehead region and should be considered in the diagnosis of soft t...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - December 11, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Andrew J. Rong, Levi G. Ledgerwood, Lee-Way Jin, Travis T. Tollefson Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Management of a pediatric patient with aggressive low-grade sarcoma of the maxillary sinus: Case report and literature review
We describe a rare low-grade, undifferentiated sarcoma with bland/benign histopathology but an aggressive course in a 10-year-old boy with nasal obstruction, rhinorrhea, and left eye proptosis. Imaging revealed a large sinonasal soft tissue mass completely obstructing the left nasal cavity, without intraorbital involvement or distant metastasis. The mass stained positive for S100, vimentin, glial fibrillary acidic protein, and Ki-67 and negative for desmin and EGFR (epidermal growth factor receptor). The patient underwent neo-adjuvant chemoradiation therapy, and definitive surgical resection via a left lateral rhinotomy/ma...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - December 6, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Kevin Hsu, James Kuderer, Amit Bhojawani, Amadou N’Dow, Sri Kiran Chennupati Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

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Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - December 1, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Bilateral pulsating pharynx with abnormal internal carotid artery
Abstract: A five years old female, presented with long standing snoring & recurrent tonsillitis. Examination showed pulsating soft palate & posterior pharyngeal wall. Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) of the carotids revealed abnormal course of the right internal carotid artery (ICA) with its proximal segment coursing medially and reaching the midline of the retropharyngeal space. The right ICA kinked 2.3cm medially. It was 3.1mm posterior to the right palatine tonsil & 3.5mm away from posterior part of the adenoid. The dilemma of undergoing adenotonsillectomy was considered to be of a high risk & the patient was kept o...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - November 27, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Rashid Al-Abri, M.H. AL Okbi, W. AL Bassam, Shaza Idris, A. El-Manzalawy Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Tuberculous parotitis in a child: Case report
We report a case of an isolated tuberculous parotitis mimicking a malignant tumor in a child and discuss diagnostic and therapeutic modalities with a review of the literature. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - November 25, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: N. Errami, A. Benjelloun, M. Zalagh, K. Nadour, B. Hemmaoui, F. Benariba Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

A case of external auditory canal chondroma
Abstract: The differential diagnosis for an external auditory canal mass is relatively broad, with exostosis, osteoma, fibroma, keratoma, and congenital cholesteatoma among the more common diagnoses. However, an additional diagnosis, external auditory canal chondroma, should also be considered in the differential. These rare lesions are most often found in individuals of Asian ancestry. However, this is not always the case as demonstrated by this case report of an external auditory canal chondroma in a Caucasian teenager. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - November 8, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Casey R. Graves, Marc C. Thorne Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Bilateral keratocystic odontogenic tumor of mandible – A unique pediatric lesion: Case report and review
Abstract: The keratocystic odontogenic tumor (KCOT) is the most common cystic neoplasm in the maxillofacial region. Multiple odontogenic keratocyst are usually associated with Nevoid Basal Cell Carcinoma (NBCC) syndrome. A variant of this neoplasm is the sporadic multiple KCOT in pediatric population. Presented here is a case of bilateral keratocystic odontogenic tumor in a fourteen year old. Multiple keratocysts in the pediatric population is rare, aggressive, and recurrent and the first sign of NBCC or the solo presentation of human homologue of the PTCH (Drosophila segment polarity gene Patched) gene mutation. (Source: ...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - October 21, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Reena Radhikaprasad Sarkar, G.P. Rathod Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Neonatal stridor caused by an obstructing lingual thyroid
Abstract: A rare case of neonatal stridor caused by an obstructing lingual thyroid in a patient with congenital hypothyroidism is presented. A base of tongue mass was visualized on flexible laryngoscopy, and magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated absence of thyroid in the normal anatomical position. The mass was debulked transorally and confirmed pathologically to be lingual thyroid. Initial airway exposure was deceptively difficult, but markedly improved postoperatively. Lingual thyroid should be included in the differential diagnosis of neonatal stridor, particularly in the setting of congenital hypothyroidism. Imaging ...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - October 11, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Jordan C. Schramm, Travis D. Kruse, Debora Goebel Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Crohn's supraglottitis – The presenting feature of otherwise asymptomatic systemic disease
We present the unique case of a 15 year old boy with upper airway obstruction found to have Crohn's disease in the absence of gastrointestinal symptoms. Laryngeal manifestations of Crohn's disease are extremely rare. Only 11 cases have been reported in the literature, of which only one is in a child. Laryngeal Crohn's disease usually occurs accompanied by gastrointestinal symptoms or in patients with a prior diagnosis of Crohn's disease. The literature on the clinical features and management of laryngeal Crohn's is discussed along with a summary of the reported otolaryngological manifestations and associations with Crohn's...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - September 27, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: S.E. Price, S.J. Frampton, T. Coelho, D.J. Fowler, S. Holden, R.M. Beattie, H. Ismail-Koch, A. Burgess Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

An intracranial complication of acute isolated sphenoid sinusitis
Abstract: Intracranial complications of acute sphenoid sinusitis are a rare, but severe condition. Due to subclinical and non-specific symptomatology it is usually diagnosed with delay or after neurological manifestation is present. A case of temporal epidural abscess secondary to isolated sphenoid sinusitis in a 14-year-old boy is presented. Immediate endoscopic sinus surgery was performed. Early diagnosis and aggressive therapy to guarantee drainage of the sinus is recommended. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - September 27, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ireneusz Bielecki, Agata Gierlotka, Mariusz Cofała Tags: Case reports Source Type: research