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Smitha S, Gangaraj SS, Shantharam L, Vijay S. Neurofibroma of Soft Palate: A Rare Case Report. Int J Otorhinolaryngol Clin 2013; 5 (2):19-20.
Neurofibroma of soft palate is a rare tumor with this report being the fourth case reported in English literature. We are reporting this case of isolated neurofibroma of soft palate for its rarity. The mass was excised by intraoral approach without prior tracheostomy. Histopathological examination showed features of neurofibroma with secondary changes.
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