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laryngeal cancer |
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laryngeal cancerMalignant tumour of the larynx. The larynx is affected by both benign and malignant tumours. Squamous-cell carcinoma, the most common laryngeal malignancy, is associated with smoking and alcohol consumption; it is more common in men. Prolonged hoarseness without pain is the major symptom and should always be investigated. Radiation therapy or surgery may be used to treat tumours. |
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Other types are associated with severe cervical intraepithelial neoplasia and with anogenital and laryngeal carcinomas. Even so, we stress the importance of keeping laryngopyocele in the differential diagnosis of acute airway obstruction (table 2), An understanding of the different types of laryngoceles, their association with laryngeal carcinoma, and the possible complications of laryngopyoceles will help the otolaryngologist identify and promptly treat this unusual cause of airway obstruction. The significance of arytenoid edema following radiotherapy of laryngeal carcinoma with respect to residual and recurrent tumour. |
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