Nasal packing

Nasal packing is a medical procedure that involves the insertion of material into the nasal cavity to control bleeding or to provide support to the nasal structures after surgery.

Pronunciation

Nasal packing is pronounced as /ˈneɪzəl ˈpækɪŋ/.

Etymology

The term "nasal packing" is derived from the English words "nasal", meaning related to the nose, and "packing", meaning to fill or stuff.

Procedure

Nasal packing is often used in the treatment of nosebleeds (also known as epistaxis). It can also be used after nasal surgery to prevent complications such as bleeding or septal hematoma. The packing material, which can be made of gauze, foam, or an inflatable balloon, is inserted into the nasal cavity to apply pressure to the bleeding vessels and allow for clot formation.

Risks

While nasal packing is generally safe, it can sometimes lead to complications. These may include discomfort, difficulty breathing through the nose, infection, and, rarely, toxic shock syndrome.

Related Terms

• Epistaxis
• Nasal cavity
• Nasal septum
• Nasal surgery
• Septal hematoma

See Also

• Nasal tampon
• Nasal splint
• Nasal irrigation

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Nasal packing
• Wikipedia's article - Nasal packing

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