Ear, nose and throat foreign bodies: The experience of the Pediatric Hospital of Turin

Abstract

A quick and proper diagnosis followed by an effective treatment of FB injuries and their complication is mandatory. Surveillance registries have a key role in prevention and management of FB injuries; useful information can be obtained also for nurse and ENT specialist training in order to create professionals ready to recognise and manage FB injuries in the most effective way.

Analysis of ingested foreign bodies according to age, type and location: a retrospective observational study

“…This study comprehensively investigated the locations and types of foreign bodies according to age groups. We identified previous studies demonstrating that cases of foreign body ingestion are markedly more common in children than in older populations . In accordance with this finding, among our participants, foreign bodies were also more common in younger age groups.…”

Removal of ear, nose and throat foreign bodies: A review

“…4 Common objects include beads, small plastic toys, cotton fragments, stones and popcorn kernels. [5][6][7] Symptoms consistent with otitis media or aural fullness may also be associated. The majority of patients are younger than eight years of age.…”

Removal of ENT foreign bodies in children

“…Many different foreign bodies have been discovered in the aural and nasal cavities of children presenting to the ED. These include food (particularly peas and corn), beads, toys, cotton tips, paper, jewellery and insects . Live insects in the ear are particularly distressing, and should be initially killed by instillation of oil (mineral oil or olive oil) or lignocaine solution…”

“…These include food (particularly peas and corn), beads, toys, cotton tips, paper, jewellery and insects. [1][2][3][4][5][6] Live insects in the ear are particularly distressing, and should be initially killed by instillation of oil (mineral oil or olive oil) or lignocaine solution. 7 Button batteries also deserve specific mention, due to their potential to cause rapid tissue damage and significant complications.…”