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Objectives
To investigate factors affecting the haemostatic success of non‐dissolvable intranasal packs in the management of acute epistaxis presenting to the emergency department (ED).
Design
Prospective cohort study.
Setting
A nationwide prospective audit examining epistaxis management at 113 sites in the UK over a 30‐day period.
Participants
Patients 16 years or older, presenting to the...
Objectives
Previous research has suggested that sodium citrate improves hyposmia by decreasing mucus calcium levels in the nose. This study aimed to confirm or refute this effect in a single application and assess potential side‐effects.
Design
Study design was a randomised double‐blind controlled trial of sodium citrate nasal spray (intervention) vs sterile water (control). Fifty‐five patients...
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