In emergency situations, tracheal intubation replaces fiberoptic bronchoscopy to extract foreign bodies from the airway, a case report.
Respir Med Case Rep
; 50: 102045, 2024.
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ABSTRACT
Introduction:
Foreign bodies in the airways can cause significant morbidity and mortality. If emergency personnel are unable to clear an airway obstruction frequently results in cardiac arrest. Patient concerns A 78-year-old man developed a persistent cough and dyspnoea after consuming alcohol. Fiberoptic bronchoscopy was performed, revealing complete blockage of the main airways on both sides by fish. Diagnosis Endotracheal foreign body.Interventions:
The foreign body was removed with an endotracheal tube under the guidance of a fiberoptic bronchoscope.Outcomes:
The airway foreign body had been successfully removed and the man recovered uneventfully.Conclusion:
When repeated attempts to extract airway foreign bodies under the guidance of bronchoscopy have failed, endotracheal intubation can be considered as a viable alternative in emergency situations.
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Respir Med Case Rep
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2024
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