Head, Neck and Dental Emergencies

2018 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Clinical Problem ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Head Neck ◽  
Targeted Approach

This book is for the non-specialist who may see problems in the head and neck. The aim is to help the reader develop a targeted approach in assessment and management. Such patients may be seen in the emergency department, in general practice, or on the ward. Because true ‘emergencies’ in the head and neck (i.e. a life- or sight-threatening condition) are few in number, a more broadly defined remit has been used, to cover urgent and potentially worrying problems which may present acutely. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point in each of the anatomically based chapters (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). For each symptom there are a number of possible causes and these are listed. The next section in each chapter (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists the important diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The aim is to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose a symptom or clinical problem. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations, and some notes on the conditions. Management and referral is also covered. This book is particularly helpful for those unfamiliar with ‘acute conditions’ of the head and neck and for those preparing for clinical examinations.

The mouth, lips, and teeth

2018 ◽  
pp. 389-437
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the mouth, lips, and teeth that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

The front of the neck

2018 ◽  
pp. 123-176
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the front of the neck that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

The upper jaw and midface

2018 ◽  
pp. 317-346
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Upper Jaw ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the upper jaw and midface that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

The nose and naso-orbitoethmoid region

2018 ◽  
pp. 209-232
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the nose and naso-orbitoethmoid region that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

The back of the neck

2018 ◽  
pp. 99-122
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the back of the neck that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

The eye and eyelids

2018 ◽  
pp. 283-316
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the eye and eyelids that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

The cheek and orbit

2018 ◽  
pp. 257-282
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the cheek and orbit that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

The throat

2018 ◽  
pp. 233-256
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the throat that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

The ear

2018 ◽  
pp. 177-208
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the ear that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

The head

2018 ◽  
pp. 61-98
Author(s):  
Mike Perry
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Anatomical Region ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Clinical Problems

This chapter looks at diseases and conditions of the head that may present acutely to an emergency department, general practice, or ward. It aims to equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to enable them to quickly and accurately triage and diagnose common clinical problems. Referral pathways and management are also discussed. Generally speaking, patients do not present with a ready-made diagnosis, but rather with either a symptom located to an anatomical region (e.g. toothache, lump, or headache), or an obvious problem (e.g. nose bleed or injury). This is the starting point in this chapter (‘Common presentations’ and ‘Common problems and their causes’). The next section (‘Useful questions and what to look for’) lists key diagnostic elements in relation to each symptom. The remainder of each chapter details how to examine each site, useful investigations (emergency department and outpatients), and some notes on the conditions themselves. This is a useful aid for the non-specialist and those preparing for clinical examinations.

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