# Vomeric Chondrosarcoma: A Case Report of a Rare Entity With CT and MRI Findings

**Authors:** Amine Benfaida, Badr Soudi, El Mehdi Mniai, Samy Ammari, Amal Rami

PMC · DOI: 10.7759/cureus.99695 · 2025-12-20

## TL;DR

This case report describes a rare cartilage tumor in the nose area, diagnosed using CT and MRI scans.

## Contribution

The report provides a detailed case of vomeric chondrosarcoma with radiologic and histologic confirmation.

## Key findings

- CT and MRI helped define the tumor extent and guide surgery.
- The patient presented with progressive right-sided epiphora.
- Radiologic and histologic correlation confirmed the diagnosis.

## Abstract

Chondrosarcoma of the vomer is an exceptionally rare malignant tumor of cartilaginous origin within the sinonasal region. Due to its rarity, the diagnosis can often be challenging, and imaging features may overlap with other cartilaginous or bone lesions. We describe a case of a patient presenting with progressive right-sided epiphora, in whom radiologic and histologic correlation confirmed the diagnosis of vomeric chondrosarcoma. This report highlights the complementary role of CT and MRI in defining tumor extent and guiding surgical management.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** chondrosarcoma (MONDO:0008977), epiphora (MONDO:0001793)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** malignant (MESH:D009369), epiphora (MESH:D007766), cartilaginous or bone lesions (MESH:D001847), Chondrosarcoma of the vomer (MESH:D002813)
- **Species:** Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606]

## Figures

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