Laryngeal Amyloidosis in a Young Man

Abstract

Localized laryngeal amyloidosis is rare. Only six cases have been reported in young men. We present the case of a 19-year-old male with localized laryngeal amyloidosis. The patient presented with a 5 year history of progressive hoarseness. Flexible fiberscopy revealed a smooth and submucosal mass of the right false vocal cord. Biopsy findings were consistent with amyloidosis. The mass was excised and transpired with a CO₂ laser. An extensive workup for systemic amyloidosis was negative.