Auris, nasus, larynx
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Auris, nasus, larynx · Feb 2010
Case ReportsUpper airway obstruction by epiglottis and arytenoids hematoma in a patient treated with warfarin sodium.
With the increase in the number of patients undergoing warfarin therapy, reports of complications due to such therapy have become frequent. Although upper airway obstruction secondary to bleeding resulting from warfarin therapy is rare, it is a life-threatening complication because of the risk of airway obstruction. Only one previous case of hematoma of the epiglottis and arytenoids has been reported. ⋯ The left true vocal cord was erythematous, but the airway was adequately maintained. The PT-INR of the patient was 10. She was managed conservatively and had a good course.