Esthesioneuroblastoma, Olfactory

Overview

A malignant olfactory neuroblastoma arising from the olfactory epithelium of the superior nasal cavity and cribriform plate. It is uncommon (3% of nasal tumors) and rarely is associated with the production of excess hormones (e.g., SIADH, Cushing Syndrome). It has a high propensity for multiple local recurrences and bony metastases. (From Holland et al., Cancer Medicine, 3rd ed, p1245; J Laryngol Otol 1998 Jul;112(7):628-33)

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Quick facts about Esthesioneuroblastoma, Olfactory

Topic type

Condition

Category

Oncology

MeSH classification

C04.557.465.625.600.590.650.550.150|C04.557.470.670.590.650.550.150|C04.557.580.625.600.590.650.550.150|C10.292.650.200

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