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Ingested nail penetrating the neck in an infant
Samar Pal Singh Yadav1, Rakesh Chanda, Premila Malik
1Department of Otolaryngology, Pt. B.D. Sharma PGIMS, 30/9J, Medical Campus, Rohtak-124001, Haryana, India. dr_rakeshchanda@yahoo.com
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|August 15, 2002
Summary
A rare case of an infant ingesting a sharp foreign body, a nail, resulted in neck penetration. The infant presented 8 months later, highlighting delayed diagnosis challenges with sharp foreign body ingestion in infants.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Sharp foreign bodies (SFBs) in infants are rare and often lodge in the pharynx.
- Unlike smooth objects, SFBs pose significant risks including delayed presentation and migration.
Observation:
- A case report details an infant with a nail lodged in the neck.
- The nail caused through-and-through penetration of the neck.
- Presentation occurred 8 months post-ingestion.
Findings:
- Ingested nails can cause severe, delayed complications in infants.
- Delayed presentation is a significant challenge in diagnosing such cases.
- Extraluminal migration of SFBs can occur.
Implications:
- Highlights the need for heightened awareness of SFB ingestion in infants.
- Emphasizes the importance of prompt diagnosis and management of SFBs.
- Underscores the potential for severe morbidity from seemingly minor ingestions.