Management of a lump in the neck.
This article reviews the management of adults who present with a neck lump, and discusses the potential causes and relevant investigations. The review emphasizes the avoidance of open biopsy and need for early referral to the appropriate specialist.
Roland
N J
NJ
Department of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Aintree, Liverpool L9 7AL.
Fenton
J
J
Bhalla
R K
RK
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001707:Biopsy, Needle; D005260:Female; D006258:Head and Neck Neoplasms / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008207:Lymphatic Metastasis; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009333:Neck; D011379:Prognosis; D012017:Referral and Consultation