Foreign body in submandibular region

Area of Science:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Trauma Surgery
• Medical Case Reports

Background:

• Foreign body ingestion/penetration can lead to severe complications.
• Unusual locations and materials present unique diagnostic and management challenges.
• Motorbike accidents are a common cause of maxillofacial trauma.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report a rare case of a metallic foreign body in the submandibular region.
• To discuss the mechanism of injury and delayed consequences.
• To outline the management of this unusual presentation.

Main Methods:

• Case presentation of a 34-year-old male with a foreign body.
• Radiographic and clinical examination for localization.
• Surgical exploration and foreign body removal.
• Discussion of injury mechanism and patient outcomes.

Main Results:

• A broken aluminum alloy clutch lever piece was found lodged in the right submandibular region.
• The foreign body abutted Wharton's duct, posing a risk to salivary function.
• Successful surgical removal of the foreign body was achieved.

Conclusions:

• This case highlights the importance of considering unusual foreign bodies in trauma patients.
• Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent delayed complications.
• Submandibular foreign bodies require careful surgical planning due to proximity to vital structures.