[Neodymium magnet injury causing nasal fracture: a case report]
Andaç Aykan1, Serbülent Güzey2, Sedat Avşar1
1Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Ankara, Turkey.
Abstract:
In parallel with technological developments, small size but strong magnets are commonly used in modern devices. In terms of foreign body injuries, magnet injuries are quite rare. However, due to their unique characteristics, there are some difficulties in their management. The magnetic field generated by the magnet affects the surgical instruments and make treatment difficult. In this case report, a nasal injury due to neodymium magnet and our alternative approach for its management was reported.


