Third pinna in nasopharynx-a rare case of mature teratoma.

Tertomas are the rarstf natopharyngcal swellings detected. they arise. during early embryogenesis and are being derived from all three germinal layers. They usually present at or soon after the birth with features of upper aerodigestive tract obstruction. A case of mature tratoma of nasopharynx in the shape of a pinna with presence of two other pinna at their normal anatomical site is reported here. The etiology of teratoma, classification, clinical features and management are discussed.