The need for arrest of post-surgical nasal hemorrhage during an episode of epistaxis by cauterization or nasal cavity packing arises when a patient experiences acute bleeding from the nose following a nasal or maxillofacial surgery—such as septoplasty or sinus surgery—requiring immediate intervention under anesthesia to stop the hemorrhage using cauterization, packing, or both during the bleeding event. This procedure is indicated for acute post-surgical epistaxis, critical in the maxillofacial region where bleeding can compromise airway safety or lead to significant blood loss.
Specific conditions necessitating this intervention include:
For example, a patient bleeding heavily from the nose a day after sinus surgery might require cauterization of a visible vessel under anesthesia to stop the flow, with packing added if needed. In an aged care setting, an elderly patient with post-surgical epistaxis—exacerbated by frailty or anticoagulation—could need this to prevent airway compromise or shock, performed urgently to stabilize them. By applying cauterization or packing during the bleeding episode, this service swiftly controls hemorrhage, protects respiratory function, and stabilizes the patient, making it an essential emergency response within the maxillofacial framework.
Stops acute nasal bleeding, protects airway, and stabilizes patient post-surgery.
Recovery of 1-2 days with nasal discomfort and packing removal; minimal hospital stay typically required.
