Haemorrhage from the maxillary artery. A case report

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Head and Neck Surgery
• Interventional Radiology

Background:

• Maxillary artery hemorrhage poses significant life-threatening risks.
• External carotid artery ligation is a recognized method for controlling head and neck bleeding.
• Literature review on ligation techniques for external carotid artery branches is essential.

Observation:

• A severe hemorrhage case originating from the maxillary artery was presented.
• The patient underwent ligation of the external carotid artery.
• The ligation was performed distal to the posterior auricular/occipital trunk.

Findings:

• Successful control of life-threatening maxillary artery hemorrhage was achieved.
• Ligation of the external carotid artery distal to specific branches is an effective strategy.
• This approach offers a viable solution for managing severe maxillary artery bleeding.

Implications:

• Highlights a specific, effective surgical technique for a critical vascular emergency.
• Provides valuable insights for surgeons managing complex head and neck hemorrhages.
• Contributes to the understanding of external carotid artery ligation in controlling maxillary artery bleeding.