Migrated fish bone into the neck: a case report

ConclusionIn conclusion, migrated fish bone should be suspected if patient is having persistent symptoms mainly in the neck without having difficulty swallowing and who gives a history of fish bone impaction and having negative laryngoscopic examination. Proper history taking is very important in the assessment of these patients to prevent misdiagnosis of the condition. Clinicians should aware that migrated fish bones are not uncommon and that early suspicion can prevent later diagnosis and complications.
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research