Laryngeal Histoplamosis Overview

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this study was to present a review article about laryngeal histoplas-mosis.
Data Sources: Published English-language literatures in PubMed and Google scholar.
Review Methods: PubMed and Google scholar were systematically searched using search terms: laryngeal and histoplasmosia.
Study Selection: We included studies about laryngeal histoplasmosis.
Results: Forty studies were included in this study. The results showed that most patients are male over 40 years old, and most cases were reported from endemic areas. Hoarseness dysphagia and general symptoms were the common symptoms of laryngeal histoplasmosis. Laryngeal mass was the most common finding during laryngeal exam. Itracanzole was the most common medication used to treat this disease. Laryngeal histoplasmosis had a good prognosis, but some cases may need long-term treatment up to 1 year.
Conclusion: Histoplasmosis is a rare fungal granulomatous disease that may mimic laryngeal malignancy or tuberculosis.