A neck mass or neck lump is an ambiguous mass found in the neck area. There are many different possible causes,
Diagnosis
Workup of a neck mass includes a
medical history and a physical examination, where important characteristics are location, size, shape, consistency, tenderness, mobility, and color.
[ This topic last updated: Dec 04, 2017.]
When this is not conclusive, further workup includes:
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Medical imaging: Contrast CT is generally the initial study of choice for adults.
[ Medical ultrasound of the neck is useful in children because it avoids the radiation dose of CT.][
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In some cases, fine needle aspiration may assist in the diagnosis.
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