Juvenile Nasopharyngeal Angiofibroma

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Overview

Juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma (JNA) is a benign vascular neoplasm of the nasal cavity and nasopharynx that classically presents in adolescent boys.

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Imaging

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There are several classifications for JNAs based on imaging findings.

Chandler Classification for Juvenile Nasopharyngeal Angiofibromas
Stage Description
I Tumor confined to the nasopharynx
II Tumor extension into the nasal cavity, sphenoid sinus, or both
III Tumor extension into one or more of the following: antrum, ethmoid sinus, pterygomaxillary or infratemporal fossa, orbit, or cheek
IV Intracranial extension

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