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Foreign body ingestion in dental practice.

S Bhatnagar¹, U M Das, G D Chandan

¹Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Jodhpur Dental College General Hospital, Narnadi, Jodhpur, India. sudhanshubhatnagar@yahoo.com

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|October 22, 2011

Summary

Ingesting sharp foreign objects poses risks, but prompt endoscopic retrieval is effective. Preventive measures during dental procedures are crucial for children to avoid such incidents.

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Pediatric Dentistry
Endoscopy

Background:

Ingested foreign bodies typically pass harmlessly, but sharp objects present unique challenges.
Literature primarily focuses on blunt object ingestion, with less emphasis on sharp foreign body management.
Sharp foreign bodies, like dental objects, carry a higher risk of gastrointestinal perforation.

Observation:

A case report details a special child who inadvertently ingested a sharp foreign body.
The sharp foreign body was successfully retrieved using endoscopic guided forceps.
This highlights the potential for sharp object ingestion in vulnerable populations.

Findings:

Urgent endoscopic assessment and retrieval are indicated for recently ingested sharp dental foreign bodies.
Endoscopic intervention offers a safe and effective method for foreign body removal.
Early detection and intervention can prevent serious complications like perforation.

Implications:

Routine implementation of preventive measures in pediatric dental settings is recommended.
Utilizing tools such as rubber dams, gauze throat screens, and floss ligatures can mitigate risks.
This case underscores the importance of vigilance and preparedness in managing sharp foreign body ingestion.