Penetrating Neck Injury in Two Dutch Level 1 Trauma Centres: the Non-Existent Problem

摘要

Objective: Penetrating neck injuries (PNIs) have a low incidence in European trauma populations. Selective non-operative management of PNI has been suggested as a safe alternative to standard surgical neck exploration, but evidence is lacking. This clinical scenario evaluates institutional PNI management, specifically the associated carotid artery injury, and compares it with current guidelines.