Chondroma of the Larynx

A chondroma is a benign growth composed of cartilage cells. For whatever reason (trauma or de novo), cartilage cells are overproduced in a focal area, creating a lump in the contour of the thyroid, cricoid, or arytenoid cartilages.  The key question is whether this accumulation of extra cartilage is benign (chondroma) or malignant (chondrosarcoma). Another question is whether it interferes with function. If benign and not interfering with function, chondromas would need monitoring just long enough to ensure stability across time.