ear, nose, and throat disorders
How To Treat Anterior Epistaxis With Nasal Packing
Contraindications to Treating Anterior Epistaxis With Packing
Absolute contraindications Possible or identified skull base fracture Significant maxillofacial or nasal bone trauma Uncontrolled airway or hemodynamic instability Procedures described here are intended for epistaxis that is spontaneous or resulting from minor trauma. Epistaxis in patients with significant facial trauma should be managed by a specialist. Relative contraindications Severe nasal septal deviation toward bleeding side (makes it difficult to insert nasal packing material) 