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Retrieval of a swallowed casting 6 weeks after ingestion. A case report
1USAF Hospital, Seymour Johnson AFB, N.C.
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|September 1, 1987
Summary
A swallowed gold dental prosthesis was naturally recovered from the gastrointestinal tract after 6 weeks. This case highlights successful conservative management of accidental prosthesis ingestion.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Accidental ingestion of dental prostheses is a rare but serious complication.
- Multiple-unit fixed prostheses, particularly those with inadequate retention, pose a risk for dislodgement and ingestion.
Observation:
- A patient accidentally swallowed a gold multiple-unit fixed dental prosthesis.
- The prosthesis was retained inadequately, leading to ingestion into the gastrointestinal tract.
Findings:
- The ingested prosthesis was naturally recovered after a 6-week delay.
- The resolution was conservative, indicating successful management without surgical intervention.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of proper prosthesis retention and patient education.
- Conservative management can be effective for gastrointestinal foreign bodies like dental prostheses.
- Adherence to correct procedures by healthcare providers is crucial for managing such incidents.