title: Airway foreign body aspiration.
abstract: Foreign body aspiration into the airway is one of the dramatic pediatric emergencies. It is more common in children aged 6 months to 5 years. Pea nuts and food items account for most cases. Right main stem bronchus is the most common site involved. The initial cough and choking like episodes may be followed by a symptomless interval before leading to further complications. Chest radiograph findings may vary from normal to hyperinflation, obstructive emphysema or pneumothorax. Removal by rigid bronchoscopy is the definitive treatment.
authors: Department of Pediatrics, Advanced Pediatrics Centre, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh 160012, India.
authors: Sudhanshu
authors: S
authors: Grover
authors: Arun
authors: A
authors: Bansal
authors: Sunit C
authors: SC
authors: Singhi
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