Extramedullary Plasmacytoma of the Tonsil. (3rd August 2011)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Huoh, Kevin C.; Van Zante, Annemieke; Eisele, David W.
• Other Names: Baba Y. Academic Editor.; De Diego J. I. Academic Editor.; Mora R. Academic Editor.; Naguib M. B. Academic Editor.; Sudhoff H. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in otolaryngology. Volume 2011(2011)
• Publication Date: 2011-08-03
• Subjects: Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; Otolaryngology -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Otolaryngology; Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases; Otolaryngology; Periodicals; Case studies; Periodicals; Case Reports; Fulltext; Internet Resources; Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1155/2011/430809
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6765

Abstract

Abstract : Plasma cell tumors are a diverse group of neoplasms characterized by monoclonal proliferation of plasma cells. Extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP) is a rare form of localized plasma cell tumor that arises most often in the head and neck region. We present an unusual case of EMP of the palatine tonsil from a tertiary care university hospital. We discuss the histopathologic and radiologic evaluation as well as treatment of EMP.