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Mohammad Ashkan Moslehi1, Mohammad Hadi Imanieh2, Ali Adib3
1Pediatric Pulmonology Division, Namazi Hospital, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
Abstract:
Foreign body aspiration (FBA) is a common incidence in young children. Leeches are rarely reported as FBA at any age. This study describes a 15-year-old female who presented with hemoptysis, hematemesis, coughs, melena, and anemia seven months prior to admission. Chest X-ray showed a round hyperdensity in the right lower lobe. A chest computed tomography (CT) demonstrated an area of consolidation and surrounding ground glass opacities in the right lower lobe. Hematological investigations revealed anemia. Finally, bronchoscopy was performed and a 5 cm leech was found within the right B7-8 bronchus and removed by forceps and a Dormia basket.
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