The neck mass

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A mass in the neck is always a diagnostic challenge because of the number of possible causes, and the examining physician is anxious to detect malignancy as early as possible. This two-part article discusses differential diagnosis and treatment of the various lesions that may be encountered. Part 1 considers physical examination of the head and neck, evaluation of the mass, and congenital causes. Part 2, beginning on page 97, addresses Inflammatory and neoplastic causes.