Objective Epistaxis is a common clinical problem, and the majority of bleedings can be
managed conservatively. However, due to extensive and sometimes life-threatening …

Epistaxis is a common condition that can be managed conservatively in most cases. When
these measures, including anterior and posterior packing of the nasal cavity, are …

Aim: Embolization of external carotid vessels in the treatment of intractable epistaxis is not
well documented in Australasia. The aim of the present retrospective study was to audit our …

Epistaxis generally responds to conservative management, but a more invasive approach,
such as superselective embolization, is sometimes justified. We report our experience with …

Background: There is variation regarding the use of surgery and interventional radiological
techniques in the management of epistaxis. This review evaluates the effectiveness of …

It is estimated that 60% of the population experiences epistaxis at least once in a lifetime,
and that approximately 6% of these patients require treatment. We discuss the risks and …

PURPOSE: To determine the safety and efficacy of internal maxillary artery (IMA) and facial
artery polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) embolization for treatment of refractory idiopathic epistaxis …

A total of 57 endovascular embolisation procedures were performed for intractable epistaxis
in 51 patients over a 4-year period at the Unitas Interventional Unit near Pretoria. Long-term …

OBJECTIVES: Treatment of severe epistaxis can encompass many modalities. Control rates
with all treatments are good. Morbidity among treatment groups varies. Angiographic …

A majority of the population will experience epistaxis at some time in their life. Most cases
will be from an anterior source and can be treated with pressure, anterior nasal packing, or …