neck lump or mass in adults - NICE urgent cancer referral guidance
Last reviewed 01/2018
Neck lump
Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
Neck lump (unexplained), 45 and over | Laryngeal | Consider a suspected cancer pathway referral (for an appointment within 2 weeks) |
Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
Neck lump (persistent and unexplained) | Oral | Consider a suspected cancer pathway referral (for an appointment within 2 weeks) |
Reference:
lumps and bumps - NICE urgent cancer referral guidance
NICE urgent cancer referral guidance
NICE urgent cancer referral guidance (guidelines with respect to presenting symptoms and signs)