Lumps on the Neck
Head & Neck
The Neck
The neck is a complex structure that supports mobility, breathing, swallowing, and the protection of vital blood vessels and nerves. It connects the head to the torso and is made of bones, muscles, nerves, blood vessels, and other tissues. More importantly, it houses vital organs including thyroid glands, salivary glands and lymph nodes. Disorders of the neck can vary widely and may affect any of these components.
Head & Neck Surgery
This specialised field within otolaryngology (ENT) focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of both benign and malignant tumours affecting various regions of the head and neck. The scope of Head & Neck Surgery covers:
Oral Cavity: tumours affecting the lips, tongue, palate, floor of the mouth, cheeks and jaws
Salivary Glands: tumors arising from glands such as the parotid and submandibular glands
Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands: thyroid and parathyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer
Nose and Sinuses: tumors involving the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses
Throat and Larynx (Voice Box): surgical interventions for cancers affecting the throat and larynx, which may impact speech and swallowing
Neck: comprehensive management of neck masses and lymph nodes, often involving surgical resection and lymph node dissection
Skin: management of skin cancers, including melanoma, particularly those involving the head and neck region
