Nasal cavity tamponade

nasal cavity tamponade

Nasal tamponade is a procedure for both adults and children, during which special hygienic tampons are inserted into the nasal passages. This manipulation is necessary in order to create mechanical pressure on the vessels, to stop strong bleeding or to stabilize the mucous membrane and the operated area after surgical manipulations.

Nasal cavity tamponade is recommended for patients in order to:

to stop severe or traumatic nosebleeds that cannot be stopped by other methods;
to ensure the healing of mucous membranes and fixation of tissues after surgery;
prevent the formation of bruises (hematomas) between the tissues of the nasal septum;
protect the nasal cavity from the risk of re-bleeding in the immediate postoperative period.

# ## How do I prepare for a nasal tamponade?

Since tamponade is often performed in acute situations, no special preparation is required, however:

inform your doctor if you have severe breathing difficulties or cardiovascular problems.
indicate if you are taking blood-thinning medications.

What happens during a nasal tamponade procedure?

if the situation allows, the nasal mucosa is painfully treated locally before the procedure;

specialist carefully inserts the swabs into the nasal cavity;

There is a feeling of pressure and “fullness” in the nose during and immediately after the procedure, which is normal to ensure that the blood vessels are pressed.

What will you receive at the end of the procedure?

immediate control of bleeding

information on how long tampons should be held in the nose (usually between 24 and 48 hours) and when to come to remove them;

recommendations for improving well-being while breathing through the nose is limited.

Important: After the procedure, breathing through the nose will be difficult or impossible, so it will be necessary to breathe through the mouth. This can cause dry mouth and mild headaches. It is strictly forbidden to attempt to pull or push the swabs by hand – this should only be done by medical personnel, in order not to cause new, massive bleeding.

Nasal cavity tamponade

nasal cavity tamponade

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Nasal cavity tamponade is recommended for patients in order to:

to stop severe or traumatic nosebleeds that cannot be stopped by other methods;
to ensure the healing of mucous membranes and fixation of tissues after surgery;
prevent the formation of bruises (hematomas) between the tissues of the nasal septum;
protect the nasal cavity from the risk of re-bleeding in the immediate postoperative period.

# ## How do I prepare for a nasal tamponade?

Since tamponade is often performed in acute situations, no special preparation is required, however:

inform your doctor if you have severe breathing difficulties or cardiovascular problems.
indicate if you are taking blood-thinning medications.

What happens during a nasal tamponade procedure?

if the situation allows, the nasal mucosa is painfully treated locally before the procedure;

specialist carefully inserts the swabs into the nasal cavity;

There is a feeling of pressure and “fullness” in the nose during and immediately after the procedure, which is normal to ensure that the blood vessels are pressed.

What will you receive at the end of the procedure?

immediate control of bleeding

information on how long tampons should be held in the nose (usually between 24 and 48 hours) and when to come to remove them;

recommendations for improving well-being while breathing through the nose is limited.

Frequently asked questions

If you have long-lasting nasal breathing problems, hearing loss, tinnitus, or chronic throat discomfort. In children, pay special attention if they breathe through the mouth or often complain about ear pain.

No referral is required. You can book a visit with us directly, without a referral from your family doctor.

A consultation costs from EUR 45 to EUR 65 and takes about 20-30 minutes, depending on the complexity of the problem.

Nasal cavity tamponade

What happens during a nasal tamponade procedure?

What will you receive at the end of the procedure?