Hodgkin's disease of the nasopharynx

Abstract

Malignant lymphoma of the Hodgkin's disease type involving the nasopharynx has been considered a rare entity. However, recent publications suggest that such involvement may not be uncommon. The authors describe their experience with two patients with histologically proven involvement of the nasopharynx by Hodgkin's disease. The diagnosis is difficult to establish. Histologic confirmation may require persistence and necessitates close cooperation with the pathologist. The prognostic significance of Hodgkin's disease involvement of the nasopharynx remains unknown. The otolaryngologist should be aware of these issues and be available to assist in the evaluation of the patient with lymphoma.