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- L J Perretta, B L Denslow, and C G Brown.
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Ohio State University, Columbus.
- Emerg. Med. Clin. North Am. 1987 May 1;5(2):265-77.
AbstractEpistaxis is a problem that is commonly seen by emergency physicians. Its complete evaluation requires an understanding of the anatomy in addition to the various etiologies, including mechanical, traumatic, hematologic, cardiovascular, inflammatory, and congenital causes. Although the management of epistaxis will vary according to the cause, the basic principles of hemostasis and packing are emphasized. In cases in which the bleeding cannot be controlled.
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