Myxofibrosarcoma of the sphenoid sinus

Myxofibrosarcoma was originally described as the myxoid variant of malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH). It is uncommon in the head and neck region. We hereby report a case of myxofibrosarcoma in the sphenoid sinuses. The diagnostic and management difficulties are discussed. Close collaboration betw...

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Published in:Journal of laryngology and otology 2002-06, Vol.116 (6), p.464-466
Main Authors: Lam, Paul K. Y., Trendell-Smith, Nigel, Li, Jimmy H. C., Fan, Y. W., Yuen, Anthony P. W.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
(RF) Otorhinolaryngology
Biological and medical sciences
Fibrosarcoma - pathology
Fibrous
Histiocytoma
Humans
Male
Medical sciences
Middle Aged
Non tumoral diseases
Otorhinolaryngology. Stomatology
Paranasal Sinus Neoplasms - pathology
Sphenoid Sinus
Sphenoid Sinus - pathology
Upper respiratory tract, upper alimentary tract, paranasal sinuses, salivary glands: diseases, semeiology
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Summary:Myxofibrosarcoma was originally described as the myxoid variant of malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH). It is uncommon in the head and neck region. We hereby report a case of myxofibrosarcoma in the sphenoid sinuses. The diagnostic and management difficulties are discussed. Close collaboration between surgeon, radiologist, histopathologist and clinical oncologist in making accurate diagnosis and appropriate management of this rare tumour are emphasized.
ISSN:0022-2151
1748-5460
DOI:10.1258/0022215021911086