title: Never say die.
abstract: This article describes the events following the accidental strangulation of a child. The accident itself was pure misadventure which could not have been prevented by foresight or prudence, its immediate consequences were catastrophic and life-threatening and yet the eventual outcome was good.An important part of the story relates to the transfer of this gravely ill child by ambulance to a university centre. Some of the difficulties encountered can serve as an example to family physicians who may be involved in the management of such problems.
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: McSherry