OBJECTIVE: To determine the diagnosis and treatment of a retropharyngeal hematoma.MATERIAL AND METHODS: The authors report a case of retropharyngeal hematoma associated with increased intrathoracic pressure caused by coughing.DISCUSSION: Retropharyngeal hematomas are usually spontaneously resorbed so the treatment is surveillance. Surgical drainage may be necessary. The causes, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and surgical indications are reviewed.
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