An unusual presentation: temporomandibular tissue herniation through congenital foramen of Huschke.

Background: The herniation of temporomandibular tissue through the foramen of Huschke into the external auditory canal is a rare clinical anomaly. This paper describes one such case and provides an overview of the relevant literature. This paper elaborates upon the aetiology, clinical assessment, management and associated complications.

Bilateral Warthin's tumour of the parotid gland: a 16-year retrospective analysis and systematic review.

Objective: Warthin's tumours are the second most common benign parotid tumours in the UK. The World Health Organization states that 5-14 per cent of patients have bilateral Warthin's tumours. This study aimed to: assess the presence of contralateral Warthin's tumours in patients who underwent surgery over the past 16 years at a head and neck unit in England, and perform the first systematic literature review on bilateral Warthin's tumours.

Building a competitive application: exploring the entry routes and educational choices of otolaryngology higher surgical trainees in the UK.

Background: This cross-sectional study investigates the educational background and entry routes of otolaryngology higher surgical trainees in the UK.

Method: A survey was disseminated to trainees through training programme directors and 60 responses were received.

Results: Most trainees decided to pursue otolaryngology early in their training, with 50 per cent making the decision four or more years before applying for a higher surgical traineeship.