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Intractable epistaxis secondary to a post-traumatic pseudoaneurysm.

G S Mann1, R Philip, A Balachandran

  • 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Hospital Ipoh, Jalan Hospital, Perak.

The Medical Journal of Malaysia
|December 29, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Severe nosebleeds (epistaxis) are rare but can be life-threatening. This case highlights a post-traumatic pseudoaneurysm as a rare cause requiring surgical intervention for bleeding control.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Vascular Surgery

Background:

  • Epistaxis is a frequent clinical issue, often managed conservatively.
  • Severe epistaxis necessitating advanced treatment is uncommon.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with life-threatening epistaxis.
  • The cause was identified as a rare post-traumatic pseudoaneurysm.

Findings:

  • Conservative measures and nasal packing were insufficient.
  • Surgical intervention was ultimately required to control the bleeding.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering rare vascular pathologies in severe epistaxis.
  • Highlights the critical role of surgical management in specific pseudoaneurysm-related bleeding cases.

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