Introduction

This section presents essential clinical knowledge about the structures contained in the head and neck.
The basic learning objectives agreed upon by the Canadian Society of Otolaryngologists & Head and Neck Surgeons are presented below. The most common and important heand and neck-related complaints are presented in the Clincal Presentations of Head & Neck pathology section. Specific conditions relating to these complaints are highlighted in the Conditions of the Head & Neck section.

Objectives

Basic Sciences

Understand the anatomy, physiology, and histology of the salivary glands, thyroid gland, parathyroid glands, and the face & craniofacial skeleton.
Develop and understanding of the embryological development and clinical significance of the branchial clefts

Clinical Presentations of Head & Neck Pathology

Develop a clinical approach and differential diagnosis for the following complaints:
- Neck Mass
- Thyroid Disease
- Skin Problems

Conditions of the Head & Neck

Develop a basic understanding of the following conditions related to the auditory system:
- Branchial Cleft Cyst / Sinus
- Cervical Lymphadenitis
- Dermoid Cyst
- Facial Trauma
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Sialadenitis
- Sialolithiasis
- Skin Cancer
- Thyroglossal Duct Cyst
- Thyroid Nodule
Essential Clinical Skills
- Examination of skin
- Examination of salivary glands
- Examination of cervical lymphatics
- Examination of thyroid gland
- Examination of cranial nerves

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