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[Arteriovenous malformation complicated by serious recurrent epistaxis]
Revista De Chirurgie, Oncologie, Radiologie, O.R.L., Oftalmologie, Stomatologie. Oto-Rino-Laringologia
|April 1, 1989
Summary
Severe epistaxis (nosebleeds) from head and neck arteriovenous malformations is rare. This case highlights a fatal outcome from a cavernous hemangioma, emphasizing the need for comprehensive management.
Area of Science:
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Vascular Surgery
- Neurosurgery
Background:
- Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) in the head and neck region can present with epistaxis, though rarely.
- Management typically involves multidisciplinary teams including vascular surgeons, neurosurgeons, and maxillofacial surgeons.
- Otorhinolaryngology specialists are crucial when epistaxis causes significant morphological and functional changes.
Observation:
- A case of severe, recurrent epistaxis secondary to an invasive, right geniomasseteric cavernous hemangioma is presented.
- The patient experienced multiple admissions for epistaxis between 1982 and 1984.
- Surgical interventions included external carotid artery ligation and partial hemangioma ablation.
Findings:
- Despite surgical intervention, the patient suffered a massive epistaxis in 1984.
- The hemorrhage could not be controlled, leading to fatal hemorrhagic shock.
- This case underscores the potential severity and life-threatening nature of head and neck AVMs.
Implications:
- Highlights the critical role of otorhinolaryngology in managing complex epistaxis cases.
- Emphasizes the challenges in treating invasive head and neck hemangiomas.
- Underscores the potential for catastrophic outcomes even with multidisciplinary care.