High resolution ultrasound is considered the first line imaging investigation in the management of a salivary gland swelling. This article describes the normal anatomy of the salivary glands and outlines the typical ultrasound appearance of some of the common and serious diseases affecting them.
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Ankle injuries are one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal injuries presenting at A&E and correct identification is crucial due to the complex fragility of the joint. Plain film x-ray remains a primary diagnostic option for patients presenting with ankle trauma, with the mortise view being predominantly used, as the fibular fossa is clearly visible with […]
Karen Saynor, Imogen Diggens
Broomfield Hospital, University of Suffolk
Accuracy in positioning and immobilisation is fundamental in radiotherapy to ensure precise delivery of radiation to the intended target while minimising exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. The study and critique of accuracy or set-up errors across anatomical cancer sites is well established and has driven technique development for many years. Although patients positioned for radiotherapy […]
Simon Goldsworthy
The Beacon Centre Radiotherapy, Musgrove Park Hospital
The challenges within healthcare and the academic workplace impacting individual wellbeing are well documented. Everyone is burdened with a high workload, excessive working hours, stress, fatigue and trying to keep up with advancements within their specialism in a challenging workplace environment. Aware that we have significant staff shortages across the professions, research has shown that […]
Melanie Clarkson
Sheffield Hallam University