Malignant Transformation of a Leiomyoma Originating From the Inferior Turbinate.

Leiomyosarcoma (LMS) is a malignant tumor of smooth muscle origin that is most frequently found in the uterus and gastrointestinal tract. LMS involving the head and neck is rare, accounting for only 2.3% of all cases. In this region, LMS tends to be more aggressive and is associated with a poorer prognosis compared to its gastrointestinal counterparts. Furthermore, LMS of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses is extremely rare. Here, we present a case of malignant transformation of a leiomyoma originating from the inferior turbinate, which was successfully treated with endoscopic tumor resection followed by postoperative radiotherapy.