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Myxoma of the Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinuses : Report of a Case
Hunchaisri N 
Myxomas are benign connective tissue tumors composed of stellate and spindle -shaped
cells with benign -appearing nuclei lying in a myxoid stroma. They are usually found in the heart,
soft tissues, and bones. Myxomas of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses are very rare. They are
benign but of a locally invasive nature. Recurrent rate is high because of the difficulty to excise
them completely. This article presents a case of myxoma of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses
that extensively invaded the brain and orbits causing blindness. After three resections, also with a
transbasal craniotomy in the second operation, the patient remains free from the disease.
Key word : Myxomas, Nasal Cavity, Parii.P.asal Sinuses
cells with benign -appearing nuclei lying in a myxoid stroma. They are usually found in the heart,
soft tissues, and bones. Myxomas of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses are very rare. They are
benign but of a locally invasive nature. Recurrent rate is high because of the difficulty to excise
them completely. This article presents a case of myxoma of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses
that extensively invaded the brain and orbits causing blindness. After three resections, also with a
transbasal craniotomy in the second operation, the patient remains free from the disease.
Key word : Myxomas, Nasal Cavity, Parii.P.asal Sinuses
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