Extraluminal Migration of a Foreign Body from Upper Digestive Tract: A Case Report
Ikenga VO *
Department of Surgery Rivers State University, Nigeria.
Robinson ED
Department of Radiology, Rivers State University, Nigeria.
Ikurayeke J
Department of Surgery Rivers State University, Nigeria.
Oparaodu UA
Department of Surgery Rivers State University, Nigeria.
Ebong ME
Department of Surgery Rivers State University, Nigeria.
Biibaloo LL
Department of Surgery Rivers State University, Nigeria.
Andrew B A
Department of Surgery Rivers State University, Nigeria.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Fish bone ingestion is a common cause of foreign body impaction in the aerodigestive tract, particularly in regions with fish-rich diets. While most cases resolve without complications, rare occurrences of extraluminal migration can result in severe morbidity and potential mortality. This case report discusses the clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges and surgical management of a 35-year-old male with extraluminal migration of a catfish bone into the neck at Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria. The report highlights the importance of early diagnosis and timely intervention to prevent severe complications.
Keywords: Foreign body, extra luminal migration, neck exploration, fish bone, endoscopy, ultrasound scan