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A spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma: a suspected side-effect of indomethacin.
- Source :
- Journal of Laryngology & Otology; Nov2021, Vol. 135 Issue 11, p1031-1034, 4p
- Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- Background: Retropharyngeal haematomas are most commonly associated with trauma and anti-coagulant use. This paper describes the first reported case of a spontaneous retropharyngeal haematoma suspected to be due to indomethacin use. Case report: It is proposed that the combination of indomethacin affecting platelet aggregation, alongside the patient coughing, may have led to this retropharyngeal haematoma. Conclusion: The complexities of management are discussed and the current literature reviewed. In the absence of airway compromise or a rapidly enlarging haematoma, patients can be managed conservatively with observation and close discussion with the haematology department. Follow-up imaging is not necessary if the patient's symptoms settle; however, any increase in parathyroid hormone levels must be investigated to exclude a parathyroid adenoma. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00222151
- Volume :
- 135
- Issue :
- 11
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Laryngology & Otology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 153033806
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1017/S0022215121001936