[Dental instrument as foreign body in the air-passage].
A case report on a Kerr-broach aspirated to the left bronchial tree is presented. The broach was removed with difficulties using bronchoscope and forceps. The use of rubber dam is advocated in endodontic therapy. A scheme to handle foreign bodies in the bronchial tree is outlined involving immediate X-ray and removal by an experienced endoscopist.
D001980:Bronchi; D001999:Bronchoscopy; D003762:Dental Instruments; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D012390:Root Canal Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects
Dentalt instrument som fremmedlegeme i luftveien