Bilateral Vallecular Cysts as a Cause of Dysphagia: Case Report and Literature Review. (2nd December 2010)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Romak, Jonathan J.; Olsen, Steven M.; Koch, Cody A.; Ekbom, Dale C.
• Other Names: Dejonckere P. H. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: International journal of otolaryngology. Volume 2010(2010)
• Publication Date: 2010-12-02
• Subjects: Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases; Otolaryngology; Electronic journals; Periodicals; Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1155/2010/697583
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1687-9201

Abstract

Abstract : Cysts of the vallecula are rare, accounting for 10.5% to 20.1% of all laryngeal cysts. Vallecular cysts may present with diverse symptoms affecting the voice, airway, and swallowing. We describe the evaluation and treatment of a 70-year-old woman who presented with dysphagia caused by large bilateral vallecular cysts.