Angiofibroma nasofaríngeo juvenil: A propósito de un caso

a caucasian-16 year old boy presenting a relative health history was assessed at an out-patient office in "pepe portilla" pediatric hospital. pinar del rio. cuba. it was observed a nasal obstruction with 2 years of evolution being associated to light epitasis in the last months as well as rhinolalia, night snores, sleeping apnea and a good general condition. at physical examination it was found a non- ulcer and hard - reddish mass occupying the whole nasopharynx. later it was performed a cta that showed a juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma and the surgical procedure was carried out. authors present the experiences obtained with this case and make a review of the medical literature giving emphasis to diagnosis and treatment.