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Review
. 2001 Apr;62(4):205-9.
doi: 10.12968/hosp.2001.62.4.1550.

Management of a lump in the neck

N J Roland  1 , J Fenton, R K Bhalla
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Review

Management of a lump in the neck

N J Roland et al. Hosp Med. 2001 Apr.

Abstract

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.

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