Abstract:A symptomatic retained foreign body can be frustrating to physicians and patients alike. Herein we present a case of a retained metal ball bearing from an air gun injury. This brief communication highlights an innovative "bedside" technique that helped to confirm the diagnosis and allow for immediate and definitive management.
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