Emesis-induced Sub-periosteal Haematoma: A Case Report. (20th March 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Reid, Jennifer R.; Rajak, Saul N.; Good, C. D.; Brittain, G. Paul
• Is Part Of: Orbit. Volume 33:Number 3(2014)
• Page Start: 226
• Page End: 228
• Publication Date: 2014-03-20
• Subjects: Emesis -- haematoma -- migraine -- sub-periosteal; Eye-sockets -- Surgery -- Periodicals; Eye-sockets -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Orbit -- surgery -- Periodicals; Orbital Diseases -- Periodicals; 617.7
• DOI: 10.3109/01676830.2014.894539
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0167-6830

Abstract

Abstract: Background : Orbital sub-periosteal haematoma (OSH) is usually caused by orbital trauma. We present a case of spontaneous OSH and review the literature on this condition. Methods : We present a case of sub-periosteal haematoma secondary to migraine and vigorous emesis. Discussion : OSH is very rare; this case highlights the clinical features of the condition and that rapid spontaneous resolution can occur. We review the literature on emesis- or valsava-induced OSH and discuss possible mechanisms for its formation in conjunction with migraine.