A Schwannoma of the Soft Palate in a Child: Histological and Immunohistochemical Features and Surgical Method

Introduction: Schwannoma, or neurilemmoma, is a benign neoplasm of Schwann cells that is extremely rare in the soft palate. Herein we present a case of a soft palate schwannoma presenting with an ulcerated surface and purplish colour in a 12 year-old girl. This report also introduces a successful su...

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Published in:Iranian journal of otorhinolaryngology 2011-01, Vol.24 (67), p.95-99
Main Authors: Amin Rahpeyma, Amir Hosein Jafarian, Saeedeh Khajehahmadi, Javad Sarabadani
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Immunohistochemistry
Schwannoma
Soft palate
Surgical procedures
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Summary:Introduction: Schwannoma, or neurilemmoma, is a benign neoplasm of Schwann cells that is extremely rare in the soft palate. Herein we present a case of a soft palate schwannoma presenting with an ulcerated surface and purplish colour in a 12 year-old girl. This report also introduces a successful surgical technique for coverage of the defect left by surgery.
ISSN:2251-7251
2251-726X