Abstract

1430 etropharygeal hematoma (RPH) occurs rarely but requires a prompt diagnosis. Predisposing factors include cervical extension and flexion injuries, antithrombotic therapies, coagulation disorders, vascular lesions, and pre-existing vertebral bone deformities.1 Emergency physicians need to be cognizant of the fact that acute upper airway compromise may be caused by retropharyngeal hematoma after even minor head or neck injury and must be handled at the highest triage priority.

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