Which is a potential cause of hematomas?

• A. Infection
• B. Poor hemostasis
• C. Elimination of dead space
• D. Anesthesia

Answer: (B)

Hematomas occur when there’s bleeding into tissue and the blood is not stopped effectively. If hemostasis is poor, bleeding continues or reopens after initial control, allowing blood to accumulate and form a hematoma. This direct link to ongoing bleeding is why poor hemostasis is the best answer.

Eliminating dead space actually reduces the risk of hematoma because there’s nowhere for collected blood to pool. Anesthesia isn’t a direct cause of hematomas, though certain procedures or patient factors can influence bleeding risk. Infection can complicate healing but isn’t the primary trigger for a hematoma.