Extramedullary plasmacytoma of the tonsil: A new management
- Autori: Martines, F.; Salvago, P.; Costanzo, R.; Di Marzo, M.; Ferrara, S.; Iovane, A.; Messina, G.; Mucia, M.; Mulè, A.; Palma, S.; Rizzo, S.; Sireci, F.
- Anno di pubblicazione: 2015
- Tipologia: Articolo in rivista (Articolo in rivista)
- OA Link: http://hdl.handle.net/10447/174035
Abstract
Introduction: Extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP) is a rare tumor of all plasma cell neoplasms. The tumor is mainly localized in the head and neck region, but rarely involving the tonsil. Case presentation: The authors report the 5th case of EMP of the tonsil in the literature occurred in a 57-year-old Caucasian male. Conclusions: Through a review of the relevant literature, we consider adjuvant radiotherapy not necessary for EMP of tonsil because of an adequate resection achieved by surgery.