Original Article

Innocuous Appearing Stab Wounds to the Neck: Is Exploration Always Indicated?

Authors: ROBERT L. YODER, M.D., DANIEL E. MERCK, M.D.

Abstract

In the majority of patients having such stab wounds, structures of the neck are involved, providing ample reason for the advice that exploration is indicated. Since almost all of these patients are intoxicated, general anesthesia is essential to avoid lack of cooperation.

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