Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma: a case report
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma is an unusual condition. It has multiple aetiological factors and can present to a number of specialists including the otolaryngologist.</p> <p>Case presentation</p> <p>...
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| description | <p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma is an unusual condition. It has multiple aetiological factors and can present to a number of specialists including the otolaryngologist.</p> <p>Case presentation</p> <p>We describe a case of spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma which demonstrates the dramatic presentation and emphasises the need for a conservative approach.</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>It is important to be aware of this unusual condition with its distinct presentation. Surgical intervention should be resisted unless a treatable aetiological factor is found or airway compromise occurs. Most cases will resolve with conservative management.</p> |
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| spelling | doaj.art-f1bd123e22d344b7907b0746e14b57642022-12-21T19:08:12ZengBMCJournal of Medical Case Reports1752-19472008-01-0121810.1186/1752-1947-2-8Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma: a case reportSingh ArvindOfo EnyiCumberworth Vincent<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma is an unusual condition. It has multiple aetiological factors and can present to a number of specialists including the otolaryngologist.</p> <p>Case presentation</p> <p>We describe a case of spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma which demonstrates the dramatic presentation and emphasises the need for a conservative approach.</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>It is important to be aware of this unusual condition with its distinct presentation. Surgical intervention should be resisted unless a treatable aetiological factor is found or airway compromise occurs. Most cases will resolve with conservative management.</p>http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/2/1/8 |
| spellingShingle | Singh Arvind Ofo Enyi Cumberworth Vincent Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma: a case report Journal of Medical Case Reports |
| title | Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma: a case report |
| title_full | Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma: a case report |
| title_fullStr | Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma: a case report |
| title_full_unstemmed | Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma: a case report |
| title_short | Spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma: a case report |
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