Notes in 03_Epistaxis

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Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Epistaxis}} is the term used for nosebleed
Published	02/10/2024	Nasal Bleeding usually originates from {{c1::Kiesselbach’s plexus}}, which is located in {{c1::Little’s area}}.
Published	02/10/2024	{{c2::Anterior}} epistaxis presents as {{c1::unilateral}} nasal bleeding and occurs from {{c1::Kiesselbach's plexus (Little's area)}}
Published	02/10/2024	{{c2::Posterior}} epistaxis presents with {{c1::bilateral}} nasal bleeding and occurs from {{c1::Posterior nasal cavity (branches of the sphenopa…
Published	02/10/2024	Examine both nostrils with a {{c1::nasal speculum}} and a {{c1::pen torch}} to identify whether bleeding is unilateral or bilateral
Published	02/10/2024	Advise patients on how to manage a nosebleed {{c1::Sit up and tilt the head forwards}} {{c1::Squeeze the soft part of the nostrils together for 10 – 1…
Published	02/10/2024	Initial Step of Managing Epistaxis{{c1::First-aid compression and anterior head tilt}}
Published	02/10/2024	Indications for Admission to Hospital of Epistaxis[1] {{c1::Nosebleed does not stop after 10 – 15 minutes}}[2] {{c1::Nosebleed is severe}}[3] {{c…
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Epistaxis in Primary Care (If you can see the bleeding point){{c1::Cotton wool with adrenaline then Nasal cautery using a&nbsp…
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Epistaxis in Primary Care (If you can't see the bleeding point){{c1::Nasal packing using nasal tampons or infla…
Published	02/10/2024	Indication for Referral of Epistaxis to ENT Specialist {{c1::if the bleeding is still persistent after primary care management}}
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Epistaxis in Secondary Care (ENT Specialist) is via  {{c1::ligation of sphenopalatine artery}}, {{c1::nasal balloon catheter}}&nbsp…
Published	02/10/2024	If Nasal bleeding stops after any case i.e. either compression or cautery, apply {{c1::antiseptic cream (naseptin, bactroban)}}
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