Clinico-radiological parameters predicting early diagnosis of foreign body aspiration in children

Abstract

Penetration syndrome, localized decreased breath sounds, unilateral hyperinflation and/or mediastinal shift on radiology are predictors for early diagnosis of FB aspiration.

Ultrasonographic Visualization of an Aspirated Foreign Body in Lung Tissue

“…Early identification and treatment of FB aspiration is important because of the significant complications that may develop. However, since FB aspiration can mimic other respiratory problems, management can be difficult (1,2,5). The findings change according to the location of the FB.…”

“…Posteroanterior (PA) and lateral chest radiographs should be performed when FB aspiration is suspected. Lung ultrasonography (LUS) is an alternative to direct radiographs in emergency departments to visualize lung pathologies (1)(2)(3)(4). In this case report, the visualization of aspirated foreign body (FB) and surrounding inflammation by LUS is described.…”