75-year-old patient with a high grade adenocarcinoma of the parotid gland (salivary) staged at T3N1M0. The patient was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 15 years previously. Their notes suggest this is not well-controlled, as they have developed retinopathy and peripheral neuropathy and are prone to leg ulcers. Their socioeconomic status would be classed as “Lower supervisory and technical” prior to retirement.
