XV Cartilaginous Tumors of the Larynx

Long-term results of organ preservation in chondrosarcoma of the cricoid

“…Chronic inflammation leading to chondroplastic predisposition of branchial tissue is thought to be a factor. Abnormalities in ossification of the cartilage have been mentioned [2]. Chondrosarcoma occurring 6 years after Teflon injection in the vocal cord was reported by Hakky et al [18].…”

Laryngeal Chondrosarcoma as a Late‐Appearing Cause of “Idiopathic” Vocal Cord Paralysis

“…Although rare, cartilagenous tumors of the larynx have been thoroughly described by a number of investigators. [13][14][15][16][17] These lesions tend to be slow-growing, yet locally invasive within the laryngeal framework," and are most often manifested as submucosal, firm, nonfriable lesions of the posterior cricoid lamina or thyroid cartilage." Early lesions can be overlooked by direct laryngoscopy and CT scanning; however, repeated examination would identify any progressive lesion of the larynx or neck as a cause of vocal cord dysfunction.…”

Chondrosarcoma of the Thyroid Cartilage Successfully Treated With Partial Resection of the Thyroid Cartilage

“…10 Disordered ossification is most often described as the possible etiology. [11][12][13][14] There has also been debate over whether chondroma is a benign precursor lesion of chondrosarcoma. [15][16][17] Diagnosis of chondrosarcomas can be challenging given the slow rate of growth and nonspecific symptoms at presentation, such as hoarseness, dyspnea, airway obstruction, dysphagia, and painless neck mass.…”