[Epistaxis]

Rev Prat. 2000 Sep 15;50(14):1551-5.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Epistaxis is a frequent clinical sign, but it can bring vital prognosis. Therefore a local or general cause must be searched without delay for stopping bleeding. We propose to pass in review etiologies, actual treatments and management of epistaxis.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Embolization, Therapeutic
  • Epistaxis* / diagnosis
  • Epistaxis* / etiology
  • Epistaxis* / therapy
  • Female
  • Hemostatic Techniques
  • Humans
  • Ligation
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pregnancy
  • Risk Factors