 The wound was inspected, and irrigated again with antibiotic solution and after further inspection was finally closed in a routine closure in a multiple layer event by first approximation of the platysma with interrupted 3-0 Vicryl, and the skin with a subcuticular stitch of 4-0 Vicryl, and this was Steri-Stripped for reinforcement, and a sterile dressing was applied, incorporating a Penrose drain, which was carried from the prevertebral space externally to the skin wound and safety pin for security in the usual manner. 
The wound was inspected , and irrigated again with antibiotic solution and after further inspection was finally closed in a routine closure in a multiple layer event by first approximation of the platysma with interrupted 3 - 0 Vicryl , and the skin with a subcuticular stitch of 4 - 0 Vicryl , and this was Steri - Stripped for reinforcement , and a sterile dressing was applied , incorporating a Penrose drain , which was carried from the prevertebral space externally to the skin wound and safety pin for security in the usual manner .