The Journal of laryngology and otology
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Both laryngocele and laryngeal amyloidosis are uncommon, and simultaneous occurrences of these entities are extremely rare. A case of laryngeal amyloidosis with laryngocele in which the computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging of the larynx, clearly demonstrating both disease processes, is discussed. Diagnosis is confirmed by histopathologic specimens. Only two cases have been reported in the world literature, and this is the third case of laryngeal amyloidosis associated with laryngocele.
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Forestier's disease (diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis) is characterized by extensive spinal osteophyte formation and endo-chondral ossification of paravertebral ligaments and muscles. Dysphagia in the setting of Forestier's disease is a rare and hence often unrecognized entity. ⋯ We present a case of dysphagia due to cervical osteophytes in the setting of Forestier's disease causing narrowing of the pharynx. The patient was treated surgically via a peroral-transpharyngeal route with excellent results.