Life-threatening cervico-mediastinal haematoma after carotid sinus massage.
Retropharyngeal and cervico-mediastinal haematomas are rare but potentially fatal entities. The potential for airway compression necessitates rapid assessment and treatment. A cervico-mediastinal haematoma following carotid sinus massage which required cervical drainage is presented. This is a life-threatening event demanding a high index of suspicion. A review of the literature and indications for treatment are discussed.
Thomás
M D
MD
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Universidad Autónoma de Medicina, Madrid.
Torres
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García-Polo
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J
Gavilán
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D000328:Adult; D002346:Carotid Sinus; D004322:Drainage; D006406:Hematoma / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008405:Massage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D009333:Neck; D013617:Tachycardia, Supraventricular / Q000628:therapy; D014135:Tracheal Stenosis / Q000209:etiology