Disproportionately Increased Incidence of Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer in the North Yorkshire Region: A UK Tertiary Centre Study.

Globally, the incidence of anaplastic thyroid cancer (ATC) has followed a stable trend. However, over the past decade, we have observed a marked rise in the number of cases in the North Yorkshire region of the United Kingdom. Our study aimed to explore the incidence, demographics, and geographical distribution of ATC in this region over a 12-year period.

The role of cross-sectional imaging in suspected nasopharyngeal carcinoma.

Introduction: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a rare neoplasm in the UK. The current gold standard for detection is endoscopic examination under anaesthesia of the nasopharynx with biopsy. Many clinicians are now advocating cross-sectional imaging as the primary investigation.

Risk of asphyxiation from Vernagel ingestion.

Vernagel (sodium polyacrylate) is a powder commonly used in hospitals worldwide for the management and disposal of body fluids. It reacts with fluids to form a semisolid gel. Its main use is to reduce spillages.

Is malignant otitis externa on the increase? A retrospective review of cases.

We performed a retrospective review of all patients with malignant otitis externa (MOE) treated in our center between July 2004 and December 2012 to evaluate the current epidemiology in our region and to ascertain causative factors associated with the perceived increase in the number of cases diagnosed. Eleven patients were identified (5 men and 6 women), with a mean age of 77 years (range: 38 to 97 years). Diabetes was present in 36%.

Posterior orbital cellulitis: case report and literature review.

Introduction: It is rare for isolated sphenoid sinusitis to cause orbital cellulitis. We present a rare case of posterior orbital cellulitis, so caused, together with a review of the relevant literature.

Case Report: A 29-year-old woman presented with a 6-week history of progressive, unilateral, retro-orbital and periorbital right eye pain.