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Laryngeal Burn from a Sweet Potato: A Case Report
Steven Pinther1, Juliana Codino2, Adam Rubin2
1SCS/MSUCOM.
Spartan Medical Research Journal
|March 3, 2021
Summary
Thermal injury to the larynx from hot food is rare in adults. This case highlights the importance of food temperature awareness, especially for individuals with dysphagia, to prevent severe injury.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Thermal injury to the larynx and pharyngeal structures from ingested food is uncommon in adults.
- Few cases have been documented in medical literature since the 1970s.
Observation:
- A male patient in his early 30s with pre-existing left spastic hemiparesis and unilateral vocal fold paresis ingested a sweet potato.
- This resulted in thermal burns to the supraglottic region.
- The patient reported no prior history of swallowing difficulties.
Findings:
- Conservative treatment involving steroids, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), and antibiotics led to complete recovery.
- No permanent sequelae were observed in the patient.
Implications:
- Highlights the need for vigilance regarding food temperature, particularly in patients with or at risk for dysphagia.
- Demonstrates that prompt diagnosis and appropriate medical management can avert permanent damage from thermal pharyngeal injuries.
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