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Fiber-optic bronchoscopy for the removal of an impacted foreign body in the left mainstem bronchus: a case report with review of literature

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Tracheobronchial foreign body aspiration is a common worldwide condition that often evolves into life-threatening complications. While it is most frequently observed in pediatric patients, it can also occur in adults. Herein, we report a case of using fiberoptic bronchoscopy to remove an impacted foreign body from the left mainstem bronchus of a 47-year-old female intensive care unit patient, underscoring the efficacy and minimally invasive nature of this modality in managing complex airway obstruction. This paper includes a literature review of previously reported cases, providing a broader context for the management of tracheobronchial foreign body airway aspirations.

Source: Journal of Surgical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjaf254

Authors: Ali Al Bshabshe, Maraam Al Qout

Institutions: King Khalid University, Ministry of Health

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: $1,000