Foreign Body Removal

Foreign Body Removal

Definition

Foreign body removal refers to the safe and precise extraction of objects that become lodged in the ear, nose, throat, airway, or eyes. Immediate removal is essential to avoid infection, injury, or long-term complications.

Purpose of Foreign Body Removal

  • To safely extract objects from sensitive areas (ear, nose, throat, airway, eyes)

  • To prevent pain, infection, or tissue damage

  • To restore normal function of the affected organ

  • To improve patient comfort and overall health

Types and Methods of Removal

Ear & Nose

  • Performed with specialized instruments under direct visualization

  • Microsuction or irrigation techniques for safe extraction

Throat & Airway

  • Endoscopic procedures for objects lodged in throat or airway

  • Ensures minimal trauma to surrounding tissues

Eye

  • Removal of dust, particles, or debris from the eye surface

  • May include irrigation or microsurgical extraction

Post-Removal Care

  • Medications to prevent infection and reduce inflammation

  • Monitoring for complications or residual injury

  • Patient education to avoid recurrence

Benefits of Foreign Body Removal

  • Quickly relieves discomfort and pain

  • Prevents infection, bleeding, or tissue damage

  • Restores normal breathing, vision, hearing, or swallowing

  • Provides safe, professional, and urgent treatment in emergencies

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