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Neuroendocrine neoplasms of the larynx comprise both epithelial (NET and NEC) and neural crest-derived (paraganglioma) neoplasms. Their terminology has evolved substantially over time, with current classifications emphasizing biologically and clinically meaningful categories aligned with contemporary WHO frameworks of other organs. These neoplasms may show overlapping clinical presentation and histomorphological features, which can complicate accurate subclassification. However, precise classification is essential, as these entities display markedly different biological behavior, ranging from indolent to highly aggressive with poor prognosis, and their treatment is essentially histology-tailored. Neuroendocrine neoplasms are classified into three categories comprising six tumor subtypes: well-differentiated neuroendocrine tumors (NETs; grades 1, 2, and 3), poorly differentiated neuroendocrine carcinomas (NECs; small-cell and large-cell types), and paragangliomas. 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