Abstract:Penetrating neck traumas are traumas that pass through the platysma muscle, and they account for 5% to 10% of all neck traumas. Penetrating head traumas can damage vital structures such as the airways, esophagus, major nerves and vessels. Thus, patients with penetrating neck traumas should be treated in hospital, and doctors should be careful when deciding on the best treatment. Currently, the need for surgery can be established based on imaging tests, clinical status of the patient, medical history, physical … Show more
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