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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Adult Health

Background:

  • Swallowing foreign bodies is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in adults.
  • Foreign bodies can range from harmless to life-threatening, with outcomes influenced by object characteristics and location.
  • Delayed diagnosis and treatment of swallowed foreign bodies can lead to severe complications like perforation and obstruction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a case of a 39-year-old male who swallowed his denture while sleeping.
  • To emphasize the potential severity of foreign body ingestion in adults.
  • To discuss the diagnostic and management challenges associated with late presentation.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of a 39-year-old male patient.
  • Review of clinical presentation, diagnostic procedures, and treatment of swallowed foreign body.
  • Discussion of literature regarding adult foreign body ingestion.

Main Results:

  • The patient, a 39-year-old male, presented with complications secondary to swallowing a denture.
  • The case illustrates the critical importance of timely diagnosis and intervention.
  • Management strategies were tailored to the specific foreign body and its location.

Conclusions:

  • Foreign body ingestion in adults, including dentures, can lead to serious complications.
  • Prompt medical evaluation and intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes.
  • Awareness and vigilance are necessary for both patients and healthcare providers regarding adult foreign body ingestion.