Nose & Paranasal Sinuses · NEET PG Preparation ENT
Which of the following is the most common site of origin for an inverted papilloma of the nose and paranasal sinuses?
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Which of the following is the most common site of origin for an inverted papilloma of the nose and paranasal sinuses?
- A.Floor of the nasal cavity
- B.Lateral nasal wall near the middle turbinate and ostiomeatal complexCorrect answer
- C.Roof of the ethmoid sinus
- D.Hard palate
Solution
Inverted papillomas most frequently arise from the lateral nasal wall, specifically in the region of the middle turbinate and the ostiomeatal complex. They are characterized by a high recurrence rate and a significant association with squamous cell carcinoma.
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