Abstract
The histopathological finding of heterotopias or choristoma is rare. This paper describes two patients who presented with chronic recurrent tonsillitis and underwent tonsillectomy. Histological examination revealed heterotopic cartilage in the tonsil of one patient and bone in that of the other.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 611-612 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Journal of Laryngology and Otology |
Volume | 110 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1996 |
Keywords
- Bone
- Cartilage
- Choristoma
- Tonsil
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Otorhinolaryngology