Journal of Emergencies, Trauma and Shock (Jan 2013)

Timely management of penetrating neck trauma: Report of three cases

  • Kamil Hakan Kaya,
  • Arzu Karaman Koç,
  • Mahmut Uzut,
  • Ahmet Altintas,
  • Yakup Yegin,
  • Ibrahim Sayin,
  • Fatma Tülin Kayhan

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4103/0974-2700.120382
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 6, no. 4
pp. 289 – 292

Abstract

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In head and neck surgery, penetrating neck injuries are uncommon. The neck contains many important structures, so such trauma can cause significant morbidity and mortality. A patient with penetrating neck trauma should be examined promptly in the emergency room. If possible, damaged tissue and organ fragments should be preserved carefully.

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