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Adult Laryngeal Coin Impaction Presenting With Isolated Dysphonia: A Report of a Rare Case

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Impaction of a foreign body in the larynx is commonly seen in children but remains a rare occurrence in adults. Laryngeal impaction, particularly of a coin, is exceedingly uncommon and carries a potential risk of airway compromise. Prompt history taking, clinical examination, and radiographic evaluation are essential for diagnosis. We report a rare case of an adult male with a laryngeal coin impacted sagittally between the true vocal cords, presenting solely with isolated dysphonia and without dyspnea or stridor. This case is atypical due to adult presentation, minimal symptoms despite glottic involvement, and sagittal orientation of the foreign body, highlighting the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion for laryngeal foreign bodies, even when airway symptoms are minimal.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.102881

Authors: Ridhima Malik, Ditixa Patel, Nikhil Arora, Deepika Saini, Yogender Yadav

Institution: Maulana Azad Medical College

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: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7127445131