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Gunjan Garg1, Harpreet Sawhney1, Darshan Gandhi2
1Department of Radiology, Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport HospitalBridgeportConnecticut.
Proceedings (Baylor University. Medical Center)
|April 22, 2020
Summary
A young woman experienced severe throat pain and difficulty swallowing due to a lodged foreign body. Imaging revealed swelling and edema in her throat, confirming the obstruction.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Emergency Medicine
- Radiology
Background:
- Sore throat and dysphagia are common symptoms that can indicate various upper airway conditions.
- Foreign body impaction in the hypopharynx requires prompt diagnosis and management.
Observation:
- A 25-year-old female presented with a 5-day history of odynophagia and dysphagia.
- Computed tomography (CT) imaging of the neck was performed.
Findings:
- CT scans demonstrated significant thickening and edema of the right aryepiglottic fold.
- An impacted foreign body was identified as the cause of the observed laryngeal edema.
Implications:
- Prompt identification of foreign bodies is crucial to prevent complications such as airway compromise.
- CT imaging is a valuable tool for diagnosing upper airway foreign bodies.
- Early intervention can alleviate symptoms and prevent long-term sequelae.
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