Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 26, 2025

Author Spotlight: Advancing Biopsy Techniques with Transesophageal Ultrasound
Published on: November 21, 2023
Foreign body in the upper esophagus - A double scope extraction approach
Daniel Conceição1, Sérgio Bronze2, Pedro Marques da Costa2
1Gastroenterology, Instituto Portugês de Oncologia de Francisco Gentil, Portugal.
Flexible esophagogastroduodenoscopy is standard for upper gastrointestinal foreign body removal. A novel dual-scope technique successfully removed a challenging impacted dental prosthesis after conventional methods failed.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Endoscopy
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Flexible esophagogastroduodenoscopy is the primary method for upper gastrointestinal foreign body removal.
- Large, sharp foreign bodies pose significant removal challenges and frequently necessitate surgical intervention.
Related Concept Videos
Endoscopic Procedures I: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
During an EGD, the endoscope can be used to:
Esophageal Perforation-II: Clinical Manifestations and Management
Clinical Manifestations:
Esophageal Perforation-I: Introduction
The location of esophageal perforation can vary, occurring anywhere along the esophagus....
Esophageal Strictures-II: Clinical Features and Management
Healthcare providers should gather a comprehensive medical history and conduct a physical examination for diagnosis. If esophageal stricture is...
Esophageal Strictures-I: Introduction
Etiology
The primary cause of esophageal strictures is long-standing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), accounting for about 70 to 80% of adult cases. Chronic acid reflux can lead to injury and scarring of the esophageal lining, culminating in...
Barrett Esophagus-II: Clinical Manifestations and Management
To diagnose Barrett's esophagus, healthcare providers often recommend an endoscopy for those showing symptoms of acid reflux. The procedure...

