Technical tutorial: How to pack a nose with bismuth iodoform paraffin paste gauze safely and effectively.
Emerg Med J
; 26(1): 52, 2009 Jan.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-19104102
ABSTRACT
The current primary treatment for epistaxis in accident and emergency departments is the insertion of Merocel packs. If these are properly inserted, but fail to control bleeding, it is necessary to insert a bismuth iodoform paraffin paste (BIPP) pack. A BIPP pack, when properly inserted, has the potential to stop most bleeds, but books and journals suggest a method of insertion that limits its effectiveness. A safer and more effective way of packing a nose with BIPP than the traditional method is described.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Bismuth
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Epistaxis
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Hydrocarbons, Iodinated
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Emerg Med J
Journal subject:
MEDICINA DE EMERGENCIA
Year:
2009
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
United kingdom