Angiofibroma, often referred to as juvenile angiofibroma, is a beguine tumor within the nasal cavity. It is mostly common in males up to the age of 15. It can grow to be so large that it may distort and displace surrounding tissues. CT or MRI can display the location of the tumor and angiography is used to visualize any vessels that are supplying blood to it, which usually is the maxillary artery. Because of the tumors high vascularity it is usually not biopsied. Surgically removing the tumor is preferred and preoperative embolisation has been shown to significantly reduce blood loss during the procedure. Radiotherapy can be used for tumors that are risky, hard to reach, or recurrent. Hormonal treatment may also become a possibility. Symptoms include nosebleeds, pressure, mass appearing under the skin on the cheek, and may cause vision problems. The culprit of the condition is unknown but suspected to be because of the release of sex hormones.
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