To X-Ray or Not to X-Ray? Discussing Unknown Nasal Foreign Bodies and Button Batteries

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.PMID:34338035 | DOI:10.1177/01455613211033123

Source: Ear, Nose and Throat Journal - August 2, 2021 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Rujuta R Roplekar Bance Vikas Acharya Coyle Paula J Panesar Source Type: research