Bronchial Compression and Tracheosophageal Fistula Secondary to Prolonged Esophageal Foreign Body. (December 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Liming, Bryan J.; Fischer, Anthony; Pitcher, Graeme
• Is Part Of: Annals of otology, rhinology & laryngology. Volume 125:Number 12(2016:Dec.)
• Page Start: 1030
• Page End: 1033
• Publication Date: 2016-12
• Subjects: pediatric airway -- foreign bodies in the ear -- nose -- and airway -- trachea -- pediatric airway surgery -- pediatric otolaryngology; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1177/0003489416668194
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0003-4894

Abstract

Introduction: Foreign body ingestion is a common pediatric problem that can have a delayed presentation, as presented herein. Case Report: We present the case of a 15-year-old female who developed bronchial compression and an acquired tracheoesophageal fistula secondary to a longstanding esophageal foreign body. Discussion: There are several challenges in diagnosis and management of this unusual situation. We review the literature regarding prolonged retention of foreign bodies and the challenges in diagnosis in the developmentally disabled child. Conclusion: Providers must have a high suspicion for foreign bodies in the case of unusual symptoms present in children with neurodevelopmental delays.