| AP | Antero-posterior |
| CT | Computed Tomography |
| CXR | Chest X-ray |
| DNM | Descending Necrotizing Mediastinitis |
| DNSI | Deep Neck Space Infection |
| EMG | Electromyography |
| ENT | Ear Nose Throat |
| IGRA | Interferon-Gamma Release Assays |
| LL | Latero-lateral |
| MRI | Magnetic Resonance Imaging |
| MRSA | Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus |
| PSF | Pyriform Sinus Fistula |
| TID | Ter in Die |
| US | Ultrasound |