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Juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma – literature review and case series Cover

Juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma – literature review and case series

By: Alexis Vuzitas and  Claudiu Manea  
Open Access
|Mar 2018

Abstract

Juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma is a rare benign tumour of vascular origin found in adolescent males, originating around the sphenopalatine foramen. Although the exact pathogenesis of the tumour is not yet known, natural history and growth patterns can be predicted. JNA progressively involves the nasopharynx, nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses, pterygopalatine fossa, infratemporal fossa and, in severe cases, an orbital or intracranial extension can be seen. Early diagnosis based on clinical examination and imaging is mandatory to ensure the best resectability of the tumour, as small to moderate tumours can be managed exclusively endoscopically. Preoperative angiography can reveal the vascular sources and allow embolization to prevent significant bleeding. We present a brief literature review followed by our case series of endoscopic removal of 7 juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibromas.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/rjr-2018-0002 | Journal eISSN: 2393-3356 | Journal ISSN: 2069-6523
Language: English
Page range: 17 - 24
Submitted on: Dec 26, 2017
Accepted on: Jan 18, 2018
Published on: Mar 13, 2018
Published by: Romanian Rhinologic Society
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 4 issues per year

© 2018 Alexis Vuzitas, Claudiu Manea, published by Romanian Rhinologic Society
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