Chondrosarcoma of Nasal Septum

Korean Journal of Head & Neck Oncology 2003;19(1):80-83.
Published online May 30, 2003.

Young Soo Rho;Il Seok Park;Jin Kim;Jin Hwan Kim;Hyun Joon Lim

비중격에 발생한 연골육종

노영수;박일석;김진;김진환;임현준

Abstract

Chondrosarcomas are uncommon tumors. Approximately 5-10% are located in the head and neck. Nasal septal chondrosarcoma is exceedingly rare, with an extensive review of the world literature revealing only 50 reported cases. Most occur in middle-aged man. Surgical resection is the definitive treatment of choice. Radiation and chemotherapy are reserved for residual or recurrent diseases and palliation. We present a case of nasal septal chondrosarcoma treated with craniofacial resection and postoperative radiation therapy.

Key Words: Chondrosarcoma, Nasal septum