Korean J Otorhinolaryngol-Head Neck Surg.  2022 Jan;65(1):50-54. 10.3342/kjorl-hns.2020.00969.

Retrieval of Metallic Foreign Bodies from the Upper Airway Using Intraoperative C-Arm Fluoroscopy: Case Report and Literature Review

• Suh TK
• Kim BS
• Kim MR
• Kim SY

• KMID: 2524991
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3342/kjorl-hns.2020.00969

Abstract

Foreign body ingestion is commonly encountered by otolaryngologists. Most foreign bodies in the upper airway can be easily removed via direct endoscopy; however, if they penetrate the soft tissue deeply, both localization and retrieval may be challenging. Here, we report on the successful removal of multiple sewing needles from the throat using intraoperative, real-time C-arm fluoroscopy to guide endoscopic extraction. The use of intraoperative, real time C-arm fluoroscopy to guide endoscopic extraction allowed quick, safe treatment and avoided any development of complications in our patient.

Keyword

C-arm fluorosocpy; Metallic foreign body; Upper airway