Abstract
Primary infection of the larynx with Aspergillus spp. is rare. It is more commonly seen as part of a wider infection involving the respiratory system in an immunocompromised host. In noncompromised patients laryngeal aspergillosis may represent colonization rather than invasion requiring no systemic anti-fungal treatment. The diagnosis is important as the presenting symptoms are suggestive of malignant laryngeal disease. We present a 62-year-old man with a short history of hoarseness. Direct laryngoscopy and biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of aspergillosis. Clinical presentation, diagnosis and the important pathological characteristics of this infection are discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 883-885 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of Laryngology and Otology |
Volume | 108 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1994 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Aspergillosis
- Larynx
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Otorhinolaryngology