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Extraluminal hypopharyngeal foreign body.

Raman Vadhera1, S P Gulati, Ajay Garg

  • 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology & Anaesthesiology, PT. BDS. PGIMS, Rohtak, Haryana, India.

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A rare case of a sharp metallic pin migrating outside the digestive tract in the hypopharynx was successfully treated. Direct laryngoscopy enabled the safe removal of this dangerous ingested foreign body.

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Extra luminalForeign BodyHypopharynx

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Ingestion of foreign bodies is a common otolaryngologic issue.
  • Extraluminal migration of ingested foreign bodies is rare and potentially life-threatening.
  • Prompt diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of extraluminal migration of a sharp metallic pin in the hypopharynx.
  • To highlight the diagnostic and therapeutic approach for such cases.
  • To emphasize the importance of timely intervention in preventing severe complications.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of a patient presenting with symptoms of a hypopharyngeal foreign body.
  • Diagnostic evaluation including physical examination and imaging (if applicable).
  • Surgical removal of the foreign body using direct laryngoscopy.

Main Results:

  • A sharp metallic pin was identified lodged in the soft tissue of the hypopharynx.
  • The foreign body had migrated extraluminally, posing a significant risk.
  • Successful and complete removal of the pin was achieved via direct laryngoscopy.

Conclusions:

  • Extraluminal migration of ingested foreign bodies, though rare, requires prompt recognition and management.
  • Direct laryngoscopy is an effective method for removing securely lodged hypopharyngeal foreign bodies.
  • Early intervention can prevent serious morbidity and mortality associated with migrated foreign bodies.