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Leeches in the larynx

M H Labadi1, M N Jamal

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Al-Hussein Hospital, Amman, Jordan.

The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|January 13, 1998
PubMed
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Leech inhalation is a rare cause of respiratory distress in patients presenting with stridor, cyanosis, and hemoptysis. Prompt diagnosis via laryngoscopy and removal of the leech is crucial for patient recovery.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Leech inhalation is an uncommon yet critical condition.
  • It can lead to severe respiratory compromise and airway obstruction.
  • Timely diagnosis and intervention are vital for favorable outcomes.

Observation:

  • Two cases of leech inhalation are presented.
  • Patients experienced symptoms including inspiratory stridor, cyanosis, cough, difficulty breathing, dysphagia, and hemoptysis.
  • Physical examination and imaging revealed foreign bodies in the larynx.

Findings:

  • Laryngoscopy confirmed the presence of living leeches in the airway of both patients.
  • One patient presented with a leech between the vocal folds, causing glottic and subglottic obstruction.

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  • The second patient had a leech causing laryngeal foreign body obstruction.

    • Implications:

    • This report highlights the importance of considering leech inhalation in patients with unexplained respiratory symptoms.
    • Endoscopic removal of leeches is an effective treatment.
    • Awareness among clinicians can lead to earlier diagnosis and improved patient management.