Evaluating the Clinical Impact of the Direct‐To‐Test Neck Lump Referral Pathway. A Retrospective Review at a District General Hospital

Key Points

• The research aims to assess the effectiveness of the Direct-To-Test (DTT) pathway for neck lump referrals.
• Conducted a retrospective review at a district general hospital.
• Analyzed standardized referral data and diagnostic procedures.
• Evaluated the role of radiologist-led biopsies in the process.
• The DTT pathway streamlined referral processes.
• Enhanced diagnostic accuracy was observed.
• Suggestions made for standardized data collection and follow-up procedures.