Cervical vascular injuries - Carotid and jugular venous injuries

This article explores the management of carotid arterial injuries, detailin g the historical evolution for the management of these injuries and delinea ting techniques for cerebral perfusion and preservation with shunts. It dis cusses the role of autogenous versus synthetic grafts in the management of these injuries and the issue of vascular complications and potential pitfal ls. Jugular venous injuries are addressed also, with emphasis on the contro versies of primary repair versus ligation.