Telecytology - remote rapid on-site evaluation for ultrasound-guided head and neck fine needle aspiration utilising a clinical imaging assistant with an extended practice role.

TCROSE utilising a CIA provides a highly effective alternative to conventional ROSE, minimising the resources required from cytopathology services and improving patient care and access to best practice. This study supports the validity of trained CIAs for a more involved role in the ultrasound-guided FNA service.