STUDY OF AIRWAY FOREIGN BODIES IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL

S. Venkataramana Rao; Lakshmi Sameeri K; MV Subba Rao; G.S.Keerthi

Volume : VII, Issue : II, February - 2018

STUDY OF AIRWAY FOREIGN BODIES IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL

S. Venkataramana Rao, Lakshmi Sameeri K, Mv Subba Rao, G. S. Keerthi

Abstract :

Introduction:

Accidental inhalation of foreign bodies in respiratory tract is potentially life threatening emergency. A team work of otolaryngologist, pediatrician and anaesthesiologist is required to manage the condition.

Material and Methods

We have conducted a study of 25 cases of airway foreign bodies admitted in Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences between August 2012 to August 2017 for a period of 5 years.