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Ovarian carcinoma metastatic to the larynx

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

J. R. Cullen*
Affiliation:
Belfast
*
J. R. Cullen, F.R.C.S., Dept of Otorhinolaryngology, University Floor, Belfast City Hospital, Belfast, N. Ireland

Abstract

The second case of ovarian carcinoma metastatic to the larynx is presented. The sites of the primaries and metastases of previously reported cases are reviewed, and possible methods of spread discussed.

Type
Clinical Records
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1990

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