How do I manage a patient suffering from a spontaneous gingival hemorrhage?

This Urgent care Scenario (USC) is presented by the JCDA Oasis Team in collaboration with Dr. Hagen Klieb. The USC is also available through the Oasis Help system

A patient presents with copious gingival bleeding:

• Bleeding is prolonged and cannot be stopped with pressure
• Several such episodes have occurred recently without provocation

Suggested Resources

1. Nematullah A, Alabousi A, Blanas N, Douketis JD, Sutherland SE. Dental surgery for patients on anticoagulant therapy with warfarin: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Can Dent Assoc. 2009;75(1):41.
2. Gupta A, Epstein JB, Cabay RJ. Bleeding disorders of importance in dental care and related patient management. J Can Dent Assoc. 2007;73(1):77-83. 

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