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Uncommon cause of chest pain: Case report of esophageal foreign body diagnosed by chest computed tomography scan

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: A 44-year-old man with a history of epilepsy presented with mild, persistent chest pain lasting 3 days, despite normal cardiac evaluations. A chest computed tomography scan revealed 3 artificial dental prostheses lodged in his esophagus, which the patient had inadvertently swallowed during a recent seizure. Endoscopic removal of the foreign bodies resolved his chest pain without complications. This case emphasizes the importance of considering esophageal foreign bodies as a differential diagnosis for persistent chest pain, particularly in patients with neurological conditions, and highlights the role of early imaging for accurate diagnosis and timely intervention.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.09.122

Authors: Ali Taheriniya, Hasan Safaie, Javad Karimi Rozveh, Mohammad Azizmanesh, Pouria Chaghamirzayi

Institution: Alborz University of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Foreign Body Medical Cases

Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $550