Well-differentiated liposarcoma of the epiglottis.

[well-differentiated liposarcoma]

Liposarcomas of the larynx and its sub-sites are rare . Within this group of tumours , well-differentiated liposarcomas of the epiglottis have been only sporadically reported . In view of its infrequent presentation , difficulty still exists over the diagnosis of this pathological entity , together with uncertainty over its exact accepted management .We present the case of a well-differentiated liposarcoma of the epiglottis , and we review the associated English -language literature .The reported patient underwent multiple attempts at surgical treatment prior to establishment of a firm diagnosis . In light of the diagnosis and other mitigating factors , a conservative approach was adopted .A high index of clinical suspicion and detailed histological analysis are required when encountering a recurrent soft tissue lesion of the larynx . In the presented case , a multidisciplinary approach and conservative management plan were adopted , based on a holistic management approach and a review of the published literature .