Unusual Localization of Cavernous Hemangioma: Palatine Tonsil
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 5
Abstract
Abstract: Hemangiomas are benign tumors of dilated blood vessels. More than 50% of these lesions occur in the head and neck region. Tongue, lips, buccal mucosa, palate and floor of the mouth are the commonest site of the lesions. Cavernous hemangioma, known as congenital but now it is considered as an autosomal dominant disease. Management of hemangioma depends on a variety of factors but most hemangiomas require no intervention. It is most commonly seen in the head and neck region but an isolated hemangioma in the tonsillar tissue is a rare occurance. Keywords: Cavernous hemangioma, Palatine tonsil.
Authors and Affiliations
Merih Onal, Betul Agirgol, Gultekin Ovet, Necat Alatas
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