Giant Antrochoanal Polyp-A Rare Presentation

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Giant Antrochoanal Polyp-A Rare Presentation

Journal Title: Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research - Year 2017, Vol 11, Issue 1

Abstract

Antrochoanal polyp (ACP), also called as Killian polyp, is an infrequent, benign lesion of maxillary origin in non-atopic patients. The antrochoanal polyp is shaped according to the anatomical constraints of the lateral nasal wall, particularly the middle meatus and antrum, resembling typically a dumbbell. Here presenting a common problem with unusual presentation.

Authors and Affiliations

Swati Kodur, Shruti Malavalli Siddappa, Andanooru Mahalingappa Shivakumar

Keywords

Dysphagia Giant nasal polyp Maxillary sinus

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EP ID EP328310
DOI 10.7860/JCDR/2017/23639.9285
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