ArticleThe Journal of laryngology and otology2024
A novel remote assessment pathway to streamline the management of two-week-wait suspected head and neck cancer referrals: a prospective analysis of 660 patients.
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- A nurse-led telephone clinic can safely triage suspected head and neck cancer referrals using the head and neck risk calculator.European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery · 2026Article
- Service Evaluation of a "Straight to Scan" Pathway for Neck Lumps Referred as Urgent Suspected Head and Neck Cancer.Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology · 2026Article
- Feasibility and Safety of Allied Health Professional Delivered Clinics for Suspected Head and Neck Cancers: A Scoping Review.Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology · 2026Review
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- Speech and language therapist-led clinics for low-risk suspected head and neck cancer referrals: A qualitative study of ear, nose and throat surgeons' views.International journal of language & communication disordersArticle
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Abstract
objectiveThis study analyses outcomes for 660 patients managed via a novel telescopic pathway for suspected head and neck cancer referrals.
methodData were collected prospectively between January 2021 and December 2022, capturing all two-week-wait referrals triaged as low risk and managed via a nurse-led clinic for nasendoscopic examination and consultant-led remote assessment.
resultsIn total, 660 patients were included. There were six head and neck cancers diagnosed, giving a conversion rate of 0.9 per cent. Mean (standard deviation) time to informing the patient whether they did or did not have cancer (28-day faster diagnosis standard) was 28.6 days (20.2), with no significant difference observed in patients imaged prior to review (
conclusionLow-risk head and neck cancer referrals can be safely managed in a nurse-led clinic for recorded examination with asynchronous consultant-led management. Further work is required to ensure adherence to the new faster diagnosis standard.
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