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Laryngeal dysplasia: an evidence-based flowchart to guide management and follow up

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  10 April 2015

B Cosway*
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
V Paleri
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
*
Address for correspondence: Mr Benjamin Cosway, Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK E-mail: Benjamin.Cosway@newcastle.ac.uk

Abstract

Background:

Laryngeal dysplasia is an important pre-malignant lesion. In 2010, a consensus statement by ENT surgeons and pathologists was published outlining the management and follow up of patients with laryngeal dysplasia.

Objective:

After reviewing these guidelines, we noted the need for a flowchart for laryngologists to improve efficiency in managing dysplasia and encourage adherence to evidence-based protocols.

Result:

A diagram has been produced to aid other ENT units around the country.

Type
Short Communications
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 2015 

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