Acute infections of neck soft tissues are a medical emergency marked by a high risk of complications, often requiring prompt diagnosis and treatment [1]. Recent studies have established magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as a feasible primary imaging modality for diagnosing these conditions [2,3]. Due to its exceptional soft tissue contrast, MRI provides superior diagnostic accuracy over the commonly used contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) [4,5]. This capability allows precise identifica…