1.
List the pertinent information that should be obtained on an H & P when evaluating an adult with a neck mass. Can you give us a mnemonic for the differential diagnosis of a neck mass?
2.
Describe the proper technique of a fine needle aspiration.
3.
The in-service is only a few weeks away! Review branchial cleft cysts.
4.
When should you suspect cat-scratch disease and how will you diagnose and treat it?
5.
Acute mycobacterial infection.
Reference(s):
Fraser, L., Moore, P., & Kubba, H. (2008). Atypical mycobacterial infection of the head and neck in children: a 5-year retrospective review. Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 138(3), 311–314.
6.
Lymphoma 101 for otolaryngologists.
7.
A patient presents to your office with a large parapharyngeal mass. Give us a differential diagnosis and explain the proper work-up.
8.
What is nodular fascitis?
9.
Sarcomas of the head and neck.
Reference(s):
Sturgis, E. M., & Potter, B. O. (2003). Sarcomas of the head and neck region. Current Opinion in Oncology, 15(3), 239–252.
10.
An FNA on a patient with a neck mass and an otherwise normal H&N exam, reveals squamous cell carcinoma. Describe the work-up of an unknown primary. To PET or not to PET? Will you perform a tonsillectomy?
11.
Discuss the work-up and management of a carotid body tumor. What are the indications for pre-operative embolization?
Reference(s):
Jackson, R. S., Myhill, J. A., Padhya, T. A., McCaffrey, J. C., McCaffrey, T. V, & Mhaskar, R. S. (2015). The Effects of Preoperative Embolization on Carotid Body Paraganglioma Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 153(6), 943–950.
12.
Discuss the different treatment options for plunging ranulas.
Reference(s):
Patel, M. R., Deal, A. M., & Shockley, W. W. (2009). Oral and plunging ranulas: What is the most effective treatment? The Laryngoscope, 119(8), 1501–1509.