An Unusual Cause of Recurrent Epistaxis: NASAL Leech Infestation

被引：2

作者：

Tuang, Geng Ju ^{[1
,2
]}

Muhammad, Athierah ^{[1
]}

Zahedi, Farah Dayana ^{[2
]}

机构：

[1] Hosp Selayang, Dept Otorhinolaryngol Head & Neck Surg, Batu Caves, Malaysia

[2] Univ Kebangsaan Malaysia Med Ctr, Dept Otorhinolaryngol Head & Neck Surg, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

来源：

ENT-EAR NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL | 2023年 / 102卷 / 01期

关键词：

recurrence; epistaxis; leeches; endoscopic;

D O I：

10.1177/0145561320984561

中图分类号：

R76 [耳鼻咽喉科学];

学科分类号：

100213 ;

摘要：

Though a common symptom, epistaxis should never be overlooked as the implications may be consequential. Nasal leech infestation represents an unusual etiology of recurrent epistaxis. The leeches release enzymes to anaesthetize the attachment site to facilitate the feeding process. Given the inconspicuous area of infestation and the absence of pain, there is often a delayed treatment. A detailed history taking and physical examination remain paramount in the assessment of recurrent epistaxis.

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