Foreign Body Removal

Foreign body removal (upper aerodigestive tract)

Safe Removal Restores Airway Patency

Foreign body removal in the upper aerodigestive tract addresses lodged objects—food particles, dental appliances, or small toys—that compromise the airway or esophagus. Procedures range from flexible endoscopic retrieval under conscious sedation to rigid endoscopy under general anesthesia, depending on the object’s size, location, and patient factors. Dr. Singhavi employs state-of-the-art bronchoscopes, esophagoscopes, and graspers to extract foreign bodies with minimal mucosal injury.

Personalized Treatment Plan:

Following clinical assessment and radiographic localization (X-ray, CT scan), Dr. Singhavi selects the least invasive approach likely to succeed. For objects visible in the oropharynx, video laryngoscopy and Magill forceps may suffice under local anesthesia. Deeper or sharp objects require rigid endoscopy in the operating room: under general anesthesia, he advances a rigid bronchoscope or esophagoscope to the object’s level. Using optical guidance and specialized retrieval tools (baskets, snares), he gently grasps and removes the foreign body. He inspects the airway and mucosa for residual debris or injury, and administers prophylactic antibiotics if perforation risk is high.

Benefits :

Under Dr. Singhavi’s expert care, foreign bodies are removed safely and efficiently, restoring full airway and swallowing function. Minimally invasive techniques reduce pain and expedite recovery, often allowing same-day discharge. Precise endoscopic visualization minimizes mucosal trauma and lowers the risk of perforation. Prompt removal prevents complications such as infection, ulceration, or airway compromise. Patients benefit from restored comfort, normalized breathing and eating, and avoidance of more extensive surgical interventions—ensuring a swift return to daily life.