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Complete and Partial Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta for Hemorrhagic Shock

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Management of acute epistaxis.

Ole Kristian Lobekk¹, Henrik Mathias Lobekk², Jon Aambakk³

¹Kjeve- og ansiktskirurgisk avdeling, Oslo universitetssykehus.

Tidsskrift for Den Norske Laegeforening : Tidsskrift for Praktisk Medicin, Ny Raekke

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Summary

Epistaxis, or nosebleed, is a common medical issue. This overview focuses on managing acute nosebleeds in primary care and pre-hospital settings.

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Complete and Partial Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta for Hemorrhagic Shock

Complete and Partial Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta for Hemorrhagic Shock

Published on: May 19, 2022

Area of Science:

Emergency Medicine
Otolaryngology

Background:

Epistaxis (nosebleed) is a frequent occurrence in both community and clinical environments.
While many nosebleeds stop on their own or with basic interventions, some necessitate advanced medical care.

Purpose of the Study:

To offer a clinical perspective on managing acute epistaxis.
To highlight management strategies suitable for primary care and pre-hospital healthcare providers.

Main Methods:

Literature review of epistaxis management.
Clinical guideline synthesis for acute nosebleed cases.

Main Results:

Identification of common causes and risk factors for epistaxis.
Outline of stepwise management protocols for acute nosebleeds.

Conclusions:

Effective management of acute epistaxis is achievable in primary care and pre-hospital settings.
Standardized approaches can improve patient outcomes for nosebleed emergencies.