A STUDY ON EPISTAXIS IN A TERTIARY PRIVATE HOSPITAL

Abstract

Introduction: Epistaxis is the commonest otolaryngological emergency affecting up to 60% of the population in their lifetime, with 6% requiring medical attention. Knowledge of the vascular anatomy is critical to determining the location of the bleed. Once the location is identified, appropriate medical, conservative, or surgical therapy can ensue.

Materials and Methods: The study was done in ENT department in a tertiary private hospital over a period of 1 year from May 2018 to April 2019. 100 study subjects with epistaxis were studied.

Results: A prospective study was conducted. Among the study subjects the maximum cases were from 40-60 year age group- 50% followed by >60 year age group (24%).

Keywords: Epistaxis, Trauma, Hypertension, Malignant neoplasm, Etiology, Kadapa