Epistaxis management in Nigeria: strength, challenges and recommendations.

IF 1.9 4区医学 Q2 OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY

Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery Pub Date : 2025-04-03 DOI:10.1097/MOO.0000000000001049

Oyeleye A Oyelakin, Samuel O Ayodele, Ayotunde J Fasunla

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Purpose of review: The purpose of this study was to review epistaxis management in Nigeria in the context of current global rhinology practice. It aimed to identify the current strengths in practice that require consolidation and the gaps that require recommendations.

Recent findings: The consistent predominance of otolaryngological interventions in tertiary hospitals reflects the paucity of specialists and lack of equipment for the optimal management of epistaxis in primary and secondary healthcare facilities in Nigeria. Endoscopic intervention was apparent in the most recent publications, but it is still a key limitation, given that it is not widely available in all facilities. The commencement of rhinology fellowships and the emergence of interventional radiology is a ray of hope for an imminent, excellent practice.

Summary: Management of nosebleeds in Nigeria is safe despite limited resources. We believe that there has been progress in endoscopic management; however, this is not widely available. Therefore, there is a need for inclusive advancement. Moreover, local management guidelines would be an excellent tool for unified practice in the advent of rhinology fellowships and evolving interventional radiology. It is vital to fortify primary and secondary health systems.

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Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY-

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期刊介绍： Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery is a bimonthly publication offering a unique and wide ranging perspective on the key developments in the field. Each issue features hand-picked review articles from our team of expert editors. With eleven disciplines published across the year – including maxillofacial surgery, head and neck oncology and speech therapy and rehabilitation – every issue also contains annotated references detailing the merits of the most important papers.