The Impact of the Area Deprivation Index on the Timing of Surgery and Surveillance Following Treatment of Sinonasal Squamous Cell Carcinoma.

This article from the Journal of Neurological Surgery. Part B. Skull Base explores the impact of the Area Deprivation Index (ADI) on the timing of surgery and surveillance following treatment of sinonasal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). The study found that patients with higher ADI scores, indicating residence in more disadvantaged communities, experienced delays in receiving treatment compared to those with lower ADI scores. The research highlights the importance of improving access to care for patients living in disadvantaged areas. [Extracted from the article]