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¹Department of Medicine, University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, SC 29203, USA. Shawn.Chillag@uscmed.sc.edu

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Summary

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Choking poses a significant risk, especially for the elderly. Careful application of the Heimlich maneuver (HM) is crucial, as misapplication can lead to serious complications in elderly choking victims.

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Emergency Medicine
Geriatrics
Public Health

Background:

Choking causes over 4000 deaths annually in the US, with the very young and elderly being most vulnerable.
Complications from the Heimlich maneuver (HM) are infrequently reported, but predominantly affect the elderly population.

Observation:

This case report and literature review focuses on the risks associated with HM in elderly choking victims.
Distinguishing between acute choking and esophageal food impaction is critical for appropriate intervention.

Findings:

The precise incidence, appropriateness, and complications of HM in choking victims remain largely unknown.
Application of the Heimlich maneuver in elderly patients carries a risk of serious complications, particularly if misapplied.

Implications:

Healthcare providers must exercise caution when administering the Heimlich maneuver to elderly choking victims.
Rapid and accurate differentiation between choking and esophageal food impaction is essential to prevent iatrogenic harm in the elderly.