Objective: To determine the histopathological
spectrum of nasal polyps across different age
groups and both genders.
Results: A total of 300 cases were seen during the
study period. Non-neoplastic lesions were seen in
242(80.7%) and neoplastic in 78(19.4%) patients.
Non- neoplastic inflammatory lesions were most
common among 21-30 age group (n=79), while
benign neoplastic lesions were most commonly
seen in 51-60 age group (n=7). Malignant lesions
were most common in 31-40 age group (n=10).
Nasal polyps were twice more common in males
(male=186 and females =94). Malignant
neoplastic lesions are also more common in
males (male=24 males and female=11). This was
also seen in benign tumors i.e 23 cases (male=19
males and female=4).
Conclusion: Allergic/inflammatory nasal polyp
was the most common pathology. Polyps most
commonly were seen in second and third decade,
and showed male predominance. In cases
refractory to therapy, histopathological
examination becomes essential for precise
diagnosis and patient management. (Rawal Med J
202;45:168-171).
Shazia Mumtaz, Durr e Sameen Kamran, Aariar Roy, Atif Hashmi. (2020) Spectrum of polypoidal lesions of nose at a tertiary care center: A cross-sectional retrospective study, , Volume 45, Issue-1.
