Open AccessA neglected foreign body in the oesophagus
Author(s) -
Shelly Chadha,
Princy Sardana,
J. K. Sahni,
A. S. Bais
Publication year - 1999
Publication title -
indian journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.229
H-Index - 22
eISSN - 2231-3796
pISSN - 0973-7707
DOI - 10.1007/bf03001565
Subject(s) - foreign body , medicine , foreign body ingestion , otorhinolaryngology , head and neck surgery , foreign body removal , foreign bodies , surgery , ingestion , general surgery
Foreign body ingestion is a clinical emergency requiring prompt action to ensure speedy recovery and minimise the complications. We report here a case of a neglected foreign body which remained within the oesophagus of a child for 6 years before the diagnosis was made and appropriate treatment given.