HighlightsA case of an infected tracheal diverticulum presenting as a paratracheal mass is demonstrated.An infected tracheal diverticulum can impair the airway and require emergency intervention including surgery.The most commonly described procedure of surgery is resection via a transverse or lateral neck incision and drainage of the abscess.A CT scan plays important roles to make a diagnosis and evaluate the necessity of intervention.
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