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Abstract
Introduction: Deformities of the uvula are considered as the dark area of otorhinolaryngology practice. This little and plain part of the human organism has various functions and its abnormalities might cause serious disabilities.
Case presentation: In our case report, we present a unique deformity of the uvula in a 56-year-old woman.
Discussion: The aim of this report was to present a very rare condition, unique case "polyuvula", and to review the literature regarding other uvula abnormalities.
期刊介绍:
The IRANIAN RED CRESCENT MEDICAL JOURNAL is an international, English language, peer-reviewed journal dealing with general Medicine and Surgery, Disaster Medicine and Health Policy. It is an official Journal of the Iranian Hospital Dubai and is published monthly. The Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal aims at publishing the high quality materials, both clinical and scientific, on all aspects of Medicine and Surgery