| Literature DB >> 23120358 |
K S Dasgupta1, K Y Lanjewar, S V Joshi.
Abstract
Foreign bodies in the air passage are familiar otolaryngological emergencies. The diagnosis and management in most cases is based on clinico-radiological findings. Here, we are reporting three cases of open safety pin at various locations in the respiratory tract i.e. in the nose, nasopharynx and larynx. Their clinical presentation and management are described in detail.Keywords: Safety pin; air passage
Year: 2006 PMID: 23120358 PMCID: PMC3450365 DOI: 10.1007/BF03049605
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg ISSN: 2231-3796