ear, nose, and throat disorders
How To Treat Posterior Epistaxis With a Balloon
Contraindications to Treating Posterior Epistaxis With a Balloon
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 spontaneous posterior epistaxis. Epistaxis in patients with significant facial trauma should be managed by a specialist. Relative contraindications Severe nasal septal deviation toward the bleeding side (makes it difficult to insert balloon device) 