Rare Case of Gunshot-Induced Head and Neck Injury With Lingual Artery Ligation in Korea: A Comprehensive Case Study.

We present a unique case of a gunshot wound to the head and neck in a 51-year-old male in Korea, where such injuries are extremely rare. The case involved complex emergency procedures including neurosurgery and lingual artery ligation, complicated by worsening cerebral conditions. This report contributes to the limited Korean literature on such injuries, providing insights into their management and the importance of immediate multidisciplinary medical interventions for gunshot trauma.