DOI: 10.36347/sjams.2020.v08i05.007

Pages: 1208-1210

Objective: In this study our main goal is to evaluate the role of nasal endoscopy for the evaluation of epistaxis. Method: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 50 patientswho fulfilled criteria from department of otolaryngology-Head and neck surgery, Chittagongmedical College and hospital, chattogram from January 2017 to January 2019. Results: During the study, most of the patients belong to 41-50 years age group, 36%. 10% had nasal polyp, 26% had DNS, septal spur with ulceration, and 30% had bleeding point high in lateral nasal wall crevices.38% treated with endoscopic nasal packing. Followed by 10% treated with endoscopic polypectomy, 26% treated with endoscopic nasal cautery. Conclusion: From our study we can conclude that, a nasal endoscope is the only hope to prevent trauma to the normal mucosa due to these packing materials and Instruments. Further study is needed for better outcome.