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Cytology of the laryngeal mucosa proved to be a suitable method for diagnosing low-grade and intermediate dysplasia, but it did not allow any distinction between high-grade dysplasia and invasive cancer. In our experience, the use of this method should be restricted to a few conditions, such as the persistance of recurrent dysplasias and certain extended lesions from which biopsies give a high risk for scarring and permanent hoarseness.
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Bichler, E., Mikuz, G. & Zingerle, N. A comment on laryngeal cytology. Arch Otorhinolaryngol 241, 209–211 (1985). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00454356
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00454356