Rujuta R Roplekar Bance, Vikas Acharya, Coyle Paula, J Panesar
Ear, nose, & throat journal 2024 JanThe emergency of esophageal button batteries is recognized. Foreign bodies in the ear or nose are treated as comparatively nonemergent. We present the case of a child who presented with suspected pen-nib in the nostril to highlight the importance of investigation and intervention in unwitnessed nasal foreign body and review the literature regarding X-rays in these cases. Fifteen papers were identified as per search parameters; 3 papers recommend the use of plain radiographs for nasal foreign bodies. We propose that in unwitnessed pediatric nasal foreign body insertion, a facial X-ray should be considered, especially if suspecting a metallic foreign body.
Rujuta R Roplekar Bance, Vikas Acharya, Coyle Paula, J Panesar. To X-Ray or Not to X-Ray? Discussing Unknown Nasal Foreign Bodies and Button Batteries. Ear, nose, & throat journal. 2024 Jan;103(1):NP49-NP52
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