Magnetic removal of a nasal foreign body.
We describe a case of metallic nasal foreign body removal from a child with the aid of a permanent magnet. This is the first documented case of such a technique as far as we are aware. Magnets may prove invaluable in the removal of metallic nasal foreign bodies particularly in children and avoid the need for a general anaesthetic. A brief review of the use of magnets to remove foreign bodies is included.
Douglas
Susan A
SA
Head & Neck Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle-upon Tyne, UK. showkatmirza@hotmail.com
Mirza
Showkat
S
Stafford
Francis W
FW
D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008280:Magnetics / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D009666:Nose