Maxillary tuberosity fracture: A life-threatening haemorrhage following simple exodontia

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Maxillary tuberosity fracture is a potential complication of routine exodontia of posterior maxillary teeth. On rare occasions, such a complication can result in torrential haemorrhage due to the close proximity of significant vessels to the area. We present a case of life-threatening haemorrhage complicating a tuberosity fracture during simple extraction of a maxillary posterior tooth. The local anatomy of the region is discussed and we provide guidelines for general dental practitioners for the management of the complication of a tuberosity fracture during routine exodontia. © 2011 Australian Dental Association.

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Bertram, A. R., Rao, A. C. A., Akbiyik, K. M., Haddad, S., & Zoud, K. (2011). Maxillary tuberosity fracture: A life-threatening haemorrhage following simple exodontia. Australian Dental Journal, 56(2), 212–215. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1834-7819.2011.01326.x

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