ABSTRACT
Join levels I, II, III, and IV with level V underneath the sternomastoid muscle, keeping the specimen en bloc (35.7, 35.8). J
7 Haemostasis, drains, and closure Insert two size 16 drains, ensuring that they do not overlie the carotid sheath, and put the drains on suction while closing the wound. Use 2/0 vicryl to close the platysma and deep subcutaneous layer. Apply skin staples and a transparent dressing such as Tegaderm®.
