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Use of nebulized adrenaline to aid expulsion of intra-nasal foreign bodies in children

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

Adam R. Douglas
Adam R. Douglas*
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, Freeman Hospital, Freeman Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
*
Address for correspondence: Dr A. R. Douglas, Dept of Otolaryngology, Freeman Hospital, Freeman Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE7 7DN.
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Abstract

Foreign bodies in the noses of children may often be expelled by simple nose blowing. Success of this manoeuvre depends on how firmly the object is lodged, and on the co-operation and skill of the child. Attempts at direct removal using instruments frequently result in the patient becoming distressed and resort to general anaesthesia is sometimes required. This short communication describes a series of cases in which nebulized adrenaline helped loosen firmly impacted foreign bodies, thereby facilitating removal, minimizing upset for the child, and avoiding anaesthetic risk.

Keywords

Foreign bodiesNoseChildEpinephrineNebulizers and vaporizers
Type
Short Communication
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 110 , Issue 6 , June 1996 , pp. 559 - 560
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1996

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