Cervical Lymphadenopathy

Cervical lymphadenopathy is defined as the abnormal enlargement of one or more lymph nodes in the cervical region of the neck. It is one of the most frequently encountered clinical findings in medical and dental practice and may represent a wide spectrum of diseases, ranging from benign, self-limiting infections to life-threatening malignancies. Cervical lymph nodes are integral components of the lymphatic system and play a vital role in immune surveillance by filtering lymphatic fluid, tra...