Timely detection of oesophageal injuries post-penetrating neck trauma is imperative because of the associated high morbidity and mortality. Patients commonly undergo both CT angiography (CTA) and contrast swallow studies (fluoroscopic oesophagography) when oesophageal injury is suspected.
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