New Laryngeal Foreign Body; Metal Hook

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Foreign Body Aspiration
• Laryngology

Background:

• Foreign body aspiration is a common pediatric emergency.
• Laryngeal foreign bodies can cause significant airway compromise.
• Inhalation of sharp objects like hooks presents unique diagnostic and management challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report the first documented case of a hook inhalation in a child.
• To describe the successful endoscopic removal of a laryngeal hook foreign body.
• To highlight the diagnostic and management approach for this rare pediatric airway emergency.

Main Methods:

• A 12-year-old child presented with suspected foreign body inhalation.
• Laryngeal foreign body was diagnosed via direct laryngoscopy.
• Endoscopic extraction of the hook was performed using Magill's forceps.

Main Results:

• The first reported case of a hook inhalation in a pediatric patient.
• Successful endoscopic removal of the laryngeal hook foreign body.
• No intraoperative or postoperative complications were observed.

Conclusions:

• Hook inhalation in children, though rare, requires prompt diagnosis and endoscopic intervention.
• Endoscopic removal with Magill's forceps is a safe and effective treatment for laryngeal hook foreign bodies.
• This case expands the understanding of pediatric foreign body aspiration involving sharp objects.