NCIt synonyms : Squamous Papilloma of Larynx; Papilloma of the Larynx; Laryngeal Papilloma; Larynx Papilloma; Papilloma of Larynx; Squamous Papilloma of the Larynx; Laryngeal Squamous Cell Papilloma;
NCIt definition : A benign exophytic neoplasm that arises from the larynx, usually the true vocal cords.
It is related to human papillomavirus infection and may arise as a single or multiple
lesions. It is characterized by the presence of a connective tissue core covered by
stratified squamous epithelium. Hoarseness is the presenting symptom. Transformation
to carcinoma is rare.;