Traumatic retropharyngeal haematoma treated by embolization of the thyrocervical trunk.
Trauma involving the retropharyngeal space is relatively infrequent. Upper airway obstruction due to a retropharyngeal haematoma can be life threatening and requires immediate intervention. We present a well-documented case that illustrates the unexpected clinical course of such a haematoma and its management.
Department of Surgery, Bosch Medicentrum, PO Box 90153, 5200 ME's Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands.
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Van Velde
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Sars
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JG
Olsman
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H
Van De Hoeven
D000059:Accidents; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D004621:Embolization, Therapeutic / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006406:Hematoma / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D019838:Neck Injuries