The neck

The neck

All levels of the neck must be palpated thoroughly , to assess for lymphadenopathy . However, it is important to note that, along with clinical examination, cross-sectional imaging of the neck is also required. Clinical examination without imaging has a 74% sensitivity for detecting lymphadenopathy . The presence of a neck metastasis decreases a patient’s prognosis by approximately 50%. The neck

All levels of the neck must be palpated thoroughly , to assess for lymphadenopathy . However, it is important to note that, along with clinical examination, cross-sectional imaging of the neck is also required. Clinical examination without imaging has a 74% sensitivity for detecting lymphadenopathy . The presence of a neck metastasis decreases a patient’s prognosis by approximately 50%.