Rapid Access Neck Lump Clinic-A First of Its Kind in Australia; a Prospective Analysis Over a Five Year Period.

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a rapid access neck lump clinic in reducing delays for head and neck cancer patients.
• Prospective analysis conducted over five years
• Collection of data from the first rapid access neck lump clinic in Australia
• Evaluation of patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment timelines
• Reduction in delays for assessment and diagnosis of neck lumps
• Timely treatment planning initiated for patients with head and neck cancer
• Improved overall treatment timelines for affected patients