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Anterior neck injuries are variable according to their extent, depth and cause. These can be intentional or accidental. The injuries may be penetrating or non-penetrating. Injury to certain anatomic structures (e.g, carotid or subclavian vessels) may be fatal in two thirds of cases. Management of injuries that penetrate the platysma depends upon the anatomic level of injury. A retrospective study of 38 cases of cut throat injury presenting as emergency were managed over a two year period from August 2020 to August 2022. They were analysed for details of age, sex, etiology, nature of injury and surgical procedures for management and their complications. A total of 38 cases of cut throat injuries were reviewed. 32 males, 6 females with age ranging from 16 to 80 years. 18 cases were as a result of road traffic accident, 13 cases were suicidal, 7 cases were attempted homicidal. Sharp knife was used in all cases of attempted suicide and 80% cases of human assault. One patient developed wound dehiscence in post-operative period and one developed change in voice. Cut throat injuries presenting as emergency differ in etiology, extent, and depth. Early intervention in the form of airway management and meticulous repair layer by layer is needed for surgical repair. Complications developed as a result of bad initial management & poor health of patients. Proper initial management & early repair of the �cut-throat injury� reduces complications and post-operative morbidity. Post-operative follow-up for at least one year is needed to avoid delayed complications and hence morbidity.