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  • Title: [Compressive retropharyngeal hematoma in a hemophiliac patient].
    Author: Benhammou A, Boulaadas M, Boulaich M, Benbouzid MA, Essakali L, Kzadri M.
    Journal: Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac; 2008 Jun; 109(3):187-9. PubMed ID: 18502456.
    Abstract:
    INTRODUCTION: The retropharyngeal hematoma is rare and usually due to trauma, anticoagulation therapy complication or ascending aortic dissection. This presentation is extremely rare in hemophiliac patients. OBSERVATION: A 23-year-old hemophiliac patient presented with a spontaneous onset large retropharyngeal hematoma extended to the floor of the mouth associated with dyspnea, dysphagia and dysphonia. The patient underwent adequate and successful medical treatment. DISCUSSION: Hemophilia A is characterized by a deficit in factor VIII. Clinical symptoms are not specific and vary with the level of the intrinsic factor. Hematoma of the cervical region is a rare but potentially life-threatening event. The treatment requires transfusion of the specific factor and education of the patient and his relatives.
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