returning to work following parotid gland removal
Last reviewed 10/2023
| Condition | Recommended return to non-manual | Recommended return to manual |
| Removal of parotid gland | 2 weeks (1) | Possibly longer (1) |
Notes:
- the information applies to general fitness to work for people below 60 years of age without other significant disability. This information is only a guide to doctors, who will need to consider the individual clinical circumstances when advising patients
Reference:
- Samuel AM, Wellwood JMcK. Fitness for work after surgery. In Palmer KT, Cox RAF and Brown I. (Eds) Fitness for Work 4th edn. Oxford University Press, Oxford 2007 pp 467-486.