Management of ear, nose and throat emergencies

Emergency situations involving the ears, nose, and throat (ENT) area can pose considerable challenges for clinicians and often require an interdisciplinary approach due to the involvement of different organ systems. To avoid damage to highly relevant sensory and perception organs and life-threatening bleeding or respiratory complications, strategies that are as quick and targeted as possible are necessary. This article aims to provide an overview of ENT emergency management strategies. The entire spectrum from simple conservative to highly complex surgical measures plays a role here, both diagnostically and therapeutically. Aspects such as bleeding, respiratory problems, inflammation, hearing disorders, vertigo, facial palsy and injuries to the head and neck area are discussed. In addition, important topics such as preventive measures and possible complications are also addressed to ensure optimal patient care.