Supraglottic mucous membrane plasmacytosis: a case report and literature review.

INTRODUCTION

Mucous membrane plasmacytosis is a rare, inflammatory disorder characterized by polyclonal plasma cells infiltrating the mucosal tissue of the oral cavity, oropharynx, laryngopharynx, or genitalia.

CASE PRESENTATION

We present a case of supraglottic plasmacytosis which presented a management challenge due to a complicated past medical history preventing oral steroid administration.

DISCUSSION

A literature review is conducted to determine alternate treatment options in for this challenging case and others. A discussion of diagnosis, treatment and aftercare follows the case report and literature review.

CONCLUSION

This case report illustrates the rare condition of laryngeal mucous membrane plasmacytosis. Application of steroids to the specific site of pathology appears to be a promising management course.