Korean Journal of Bronchoesophagology (대한기관식도과학회지)
- Volume 15 Issue 2
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- Pages.11-18
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- 2009
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- 1226-0916(pISSN)
Foreign Bodies in Aero-digestive Tract
기관 식도 이물
- Han, Ju-Hee (Department of Otolaryngology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine) ;
- Choi, Seung-Ho (Department of Otolaryngology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine)
- Published : 2009.12.30
Abstract
Foreign bodies of the upper aerodigestive tract in the pediatric population are a common occurrence. However, despite significant advances in prevention, first aid and endoscopic technology, they remain a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. Early diagnosis is the key to successful and uncomplicated management of these accidents. An orderly and systematic approach to these patients including a careful history, physical exam and radiographic studies is detailed in this review.
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