Abstract
Epistaxis, also known as nosebleeds, is a commonly treated condition in medicine and especially otolaryngology. 1 in 200 emergency room visits are due to acute epistaxis, with a higher frequency during the winter and among young children and the elderly. A strong understanding of the etiology, anatomy, and available therapeutic options is necessary for optimal management of epistaxis.1,2 This review contains 11 figures, 5 tables, 1 video, and 66 references. Keywords: epistaxis, nose bleed, nasal packing, hemostasis, nasal cauterization, arterial ligation, arterial embolization, hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasias
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