Reddin A, Mirvis S E, Diaconis J N
J Trauma. 1987 May;27(5):564-6. doi: 10.1097/00005373-198705000-00018.
Rupture of the cervical esophagus and trachea secondary to cervical spine fracture-dislocation occurs rarely. Herein we describe a case and propose a mechanism to account for these associated injuries. Awareness of this complication of cervical spine fracture is crucial for prompt recognition and management.