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. 2005 Mar-Apr;71(2):146-8.
doi: 10.1016/s1808-8694(15)31302-1. Epub 2005 Aug 2.

Nasal endoscopy and localization of the bleeding source in epistaxis: last decade's revolution

Glauco Soares de Almeida  1 , Camilo A Diógenes, Sebastião D Pinheiro
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Nasal endoscopy and localization of the bleeding source in epistaxis: last decade's revolution

Glauco Soares de Almeida et al. Braz J Otorhinolaryngol. 2005 Mar-Apr.

Abstract

Epistaxis remains one of the most common otolaryngology emergencies. Despite considerable interest in the subject, there is still no consensus on the most appropriate primary therapeutic modality.

Aim: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the bleeding source of acute or recurrent epistaxis in adults.

Study design: Clinical prospective.

Material and method: Thirty adults patients with acute or recurrent epistaxis were evaluated through the use of frontal light and endoscope for identification of the bleeding source in the nasal cavity.

Results: Use of the nasal endoscope allowed diagnosis of the bleeding site in all patients.

Conclusion: A careful examination of the posterior nasal cavity allows identification of the bleeding source in most patients and should be a routine procedure.

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