Role of the otolaryngologist in the treatment of struma ovarii
β Scribed by Eric D. Wirtz; Nici Bothwell; Christopher Klem
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons
- Year
- 2009
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 53 KB
- Volume
- 120
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 0023-852X
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β¦ Synopsis
Abstract
Struma ovarii, a rare germ cell tumor of the ovary composed of >50% thyroid tissue, is traditionally managed by gynecologic surgeons. Although struma ovarii is typically cured by simple excision, otolaryngologyβhead and neck surgeons may play a critical role in caring for these patients. In this article, we present two cases of struma ovarii and discuss the role of the otolaryngologist. Laryngoscope, 2010
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