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#DIBSBYNEXTILLO DAILY INFORMATION BULLETIN SERVICE NECK SURGERY The neck is a highly complex region containing critical structures such as the airway (trachea), blood vessels (carotid artery, jugular vein), and nerves (recurrent laryngeal nerve, vagus nerve). Surgical management of neck conditions requires careful consideration of these structures to avoid life-threatening complications. NEXTILLO.COM
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INDICATIONS FOR NECK SURGERY Trauma: Neck trauma may involve fractures, vascular injuries, or airway compromise. Infections: Abscesses or cellulitis may require drainage or debridement. Malignancy: Tumors, particularly thyroid cancer or lymphomas, may necessitate resection. Congenital: Conditions like branchial cleft cysts may require excision Surgical Approaches: Surgeons use different incisions to access the neck, including anterior (front), lateral (side), or posterior (back) approaches, depending on the pathology and anatomical location. NEXTILLO.COM
COMMON SURGICAL CONCERNS Airway management: Ensuring patency of the airway is a priority, particularly in trauma or surgery involving the trachea. Vascular and nerve injury: Major arteries (carotid) and nerves (recurrent laryngeal) are at risk during thyroidectomy or trauma surgery. Postoperative Care: Infection control, drainage, and monitoring for bleeding are critical after surgery. NEXTILLO.COM
MCQ QUESTION: Which of the following neck structures is most at risk during thyroidectomy? A) Carotid artery B) Jugular vein C) Recurrent laryngeal nerve D) Trachea Answer: C) Recurrent laryngeal nerve NEXTILLO.COM