Evaluating and managing the patient with nosebleeds.
Epistaxis is a common clinical problem often seen by primary care physicians. This can be caused by multiple factors, each of which should be explored to treat the epistaxis and prevent recurrences. In this article, etiologies and methods of evaluation for the patient with epistaxis are discussed. Treatment strategies are outlined in a stepwise fashion, as are recommendations for situations requiring referral to an otolaryngologist.
Manes
R Peter
RP
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75390, USA. RPManes@yahoo.com
D002425:Cautery; D004844:Epistaxis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006490:Hemostatics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D008026:Ligation; D009666:Nose / Q000098:blood supply*; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D013630:Tampons, Surgical
D006490:Hemostatics