@article{ref1,
title="Impacted stump of toothbrush in the throat following a fall: a case report",
journal="Nigerian postgraduate medical journal",
year="2012",
author="Olajuyin, O. A. and Okunola, A. B.",
volume="19",
number="4",
pages="250-254",
abstract="AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: The objective of this paper is to emphasise the importance of detailed history, thorough physical examination and the need to expose undergraduates to basic Otorhinolaryngological skills of clinical examination as a way of overcoming the diagnostic challenges of foreign body in the throat. Patients and Methods: The case was an 8-year old boy who presented with 1-year history of impacted stump of toothbrush in his throat following a fall. With a high index of suspicion, his throat was examined under bright illumination and a foreign body brought into view by tongue depression was found impacted in his left tonsillar fossa. He was subsequently taken to the operating room for removal under General Anaesthesia. RESULTS: Intra-operatively, the stump of a toothbrush measuring 4.8cm in length was confirmed and removed (Figs 1 & 2). The procedure was uneventful. Conclusion: Foreign body in the throat could pose diagnostic challenge. Detailed history and thorough physical examination are essential to clinch a diagnosis. Early referral in doubtful cases goes a long way to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with delayed removal.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1117-1936",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}