Juvenile angiofibroma

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Nasal mucosa

Juvenile angiofibroma is a benign growth of the back of the nose or upper throat (nasopharynx). This tumor contains many blood vessels.

Nasal tumor; Angiofibroma - juvenile; Benign nasal tumor

Juvenile angiofibroma is relatively uncommon. It typically is discovered in adolescent boys and is associated with nasal congestion, a visible nasal mass, and nosebleeds (epistaxis). The tumor is locally invasive and capable of eroding bone.

Review Date: 08/23/2005
Reviewed By: John Goldenring, MD, MPH, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.