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Primitive Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Pterygopalatine Fossa.

Primitive tumors of pterygopalatine fossa (PPF) are often benign tumors or extension of a malignant sinonasal tract. Primitive tumors may rarely occur in PPF.The authors present a 71-year-old woman with a 6-month history of left cranial nerve palsy. Magnetic resonance imaging and positron emission tomography-computed tomography showed an enhancing isolated lesion at the PPF. A transmaxillary biopsy was performed, leading to diagnosis of primitive squamous cell carcinoma. The patient underwent radiotherapy treatment.Primitive tumors of PPF are rare and diagnosis may be difficult. Endoscopic access for diagnosis can be performed. Squamous cell carcinoma occurring in PPF is associated with poor prognosis.

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