scholarly journals Nasal Epithelial Myoepithelial Carcinoma: An Unusual Cause of Epiphora, a Case Report and Review of the Literature

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. ar.2015.6.0127 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliette O. Flam ◽  
Christopher D. Brook ◽  
Rachel Sobel ◽  
John C. Lee ◽  
Michael P. Platt
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Physical Examination ◽  
Nasal Cavity ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Nasal Symptoms ◽  
First Case ◽  
Nasal Tumor ◽  
Epithelial Myoepithelial Carcinoma

Introduction Epithelial myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) of the nasal cavity is a rare tumor, and here we describe the first case of EMC of the nasal cavity presenting with epiphora. A case presentation and review of the literature is provided. Methods A case report is described of a 63-year-old man who presented with unilateral epiphora and was found via a thorough history and physical examination to have a nasal tumor. The physical examination consisted of an ocular examination, including probing and irrigation, and a detailed nasal examination (anterior rhinoscopy, nasal endoscopy). The nasal examination was prompted by the patient's report of concurrent nasal symptoms during history taking. Immunohistochemistry subsequently identified the nasal tumor as EMC. A literature search was performed to gain insights into similar malignancies of the nasal cavity. Results Eight cases of EMC of the nasal cavity were identified in the literature, none of the patients presented with epiphora. The case presented here resulted in resolution of the patient's symptoms and no evidence of disease after surgical excision. Conclusion Epithelial myoepithelial is a rare salivary gland malignancy that can arise in the nasal cavity. Unilateral epiphora with concurrent nasal symptoms should prompt nasal cavity examination for the possibility of an obstructive tumor.

Epithelial–myoepithelial carcinoma originating from minor salivary gland in the inferior turbinate: A case report and literature review

2021 ◽  
pp. 014556132110666
Author(s):  
Huan Li ◽  
Yi-Lin Long ◽  
Shi-Fei Wang ◽  
Ling-Lin Su
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Nasal Cavity ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Minor Salivary Gland ◽  
Inferior Turbinate ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Rare Tumor ◽  
Epithelial Myoepithelial Carcinoma

Epithelial–myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) is a rare tumor that occurs mainly in the major salivary glands. Cases occurring in the nasal cavity are rarely reported. The patient was a 48-year-old woman with a postoperative pathological diagnosis of EMC. The patient recovered well after surgery. We consulted and summarized all previous cases of nasal EMC. We also discuss the clinical presentation, treatment, and prognosis of EMC of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses.

scholarly journals Synchronous bilateral epithelial–myoepithelial carcinoma of the parotid gland: case report and review of the literature

2008 ◽  
Vol 266 (9) ◽  
pp. 1495-1500 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. van Tongeren ◽  
D. H. K. V. Creytens ◽  
E. V. Meulemans ◽  
R. B. J. de Bondt ◽  
J. de Jong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Parotid Gland ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Epithelial Myoepithelial Carcinoma

scholarly journals Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma of the nasopharynx: A case report and review of the literature

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 927-930 ◽  
Author(s):  
SUL-HEE KIM ◽  
SUNG-EN PARK ◽  
HYUNG-GI BAE ◽  
DOO-HAN SONG ◽  
HYUN-HO OH ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Epithelial Myoepithelial Carcinoma

scholarly journals Case Report: Nasal Cavity Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma With High Fluoro-D-Glucose Uptake on Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacques Dzuko Kamga ◽  
Jean-Christophe Leclere ◽  
Arnaud Uguen ◽  
Karim Amrane ◽  
Ronan Abgral
Keyword(s):  
Nasal Cavity ◽  
Fdg Pet ◽  
Tumor Staging ◽  
Malignant Neoplasm ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
First Case ◽  
Positron Emission ◽  
Pet Ct ◽  
Epithelial Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Fdg Pet Ct

Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) is a rare malignant neoplasm arising most frequently in the salivary glands and exceptionally in the nasal cavity. EMC accounts for ~1–2% of salivary gland tumors. Even if the nodal and distant metastasis rates are low, tumor staging remains indicated. Here, the authors present the 2-deoxy-2-[18F]fluoro-D-glucose PET-CT (18F-FDG-PET/CT) study of a very rare case of biopsy-proven EMC of the left nasal cavity. This 18F-FDG-PET/CT was performed to stage this tumor and guide the therapeutic strategy due to an atypical high-grade presentation in immunohistochemistry. To our knowledge, this is the first case reporting such high 18F-FDG avidity of EMC of the nasal cavity in PET/CT.

scholarly journals Nasal Cavity Schwannoma—A Case Report and Review of the Literature

2021 ◽  
pp. 014556132110345
Author(s):  
Jyun-Yi Liao ◽  
Herng-Sheng Lee ◽  
Bor-Hwang Kang
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Nasal Cavity ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Lateral Wall ◽  
Benign Tumors ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Recommended Treatment ◽  
Complete Surgical Excision ◽  
Slow Growing ◽  
Histology And Immunohistochemistry

Schwannomas are rare slow-growing benign tumors arising from Schwann cells lining the nerve sheaths. Head and neck schwannomas account for about one-third of all cases, and only 4% of them arise from the sinonasal tract. Its diagnosis is based on histology and immunohistochemistry. Complete surgical excision is the most recommended treatment option, and endoscopic surgery has been widely performed in recent years. In this study, we presented a case of a 55-year-old female with schwannoma arising from the lateral wall of the nasal cavity, causing epistaxis and rhinorrhea. The patient underwent endoscopic excision with prompt resolution of symptoms. The reported cases of nasal cavity schwannoma were reviewed and summarized for educational purposes.

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