Objective: To review the manifestations of amyloidosis relevant to otorhinolaryngology and head and neck surgery.
Method: A literature review was undertaken following a Medline search of articles pertaining to amyloidosis, otolaryngology and head and neck surgery.
Results: 42 articles were critically reviewed. Manifestations in the head and neck included amyloidosis of the larynx, thyroid, nose and paranasal sinuses, oropharynx and hypopharynx, and the salivary glands.