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  Solitary Neurofibroma of the Maxillary Sinus: A Rare Paranasal Tumor Case Study Introduction Neurofibroma is a benign peripheral nerve sheath tumor, commonly associated with Neurofibromatosis Type I . However, solitary neurofibromas in the paranasal sinuses , especially the maxillary sinus , are exceedingly rare, with fewer than 100 cases reported globally. This column explores a rare case of a solitary neurofibroma involving the left maxillary sinus in a 56-year-old woman. It includes radiologic, clinical, and pathologic aspects, SEO-optimized medical insights, diagnostic differentials, and interactive medical quizzes based on the included images. Clinical Presentation A 56-year-old woman presented with a 4-week history of dull pain in the left neck and a palpable bean-sized mass . There were no constitutional symptoms such as fever, sore throat, or chest tightness. She had occasional cough with scant white sputum but no signs of acute infection. Ultrasound examinat...