The missing hazelnut

Turk J Gastroenterol. 2004 Jun;15(2):112-4.

Abstract

This report describes a case of esophageal perforation caused by a hazelnut which became stuck in the upper esophagus but was not detected. We outline the pitfalls in diagnosis, complications and treatment in the pediatric population.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Airway Obstruction / etiology*
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Corylus / adverse effects*
  • Diagnostic Errors*
  • Esophageal Perforation / diagnosis
  • Esophageal Perforation / etiology*
  • Esophagoscopy
  • Female
  • Foreign Bodies / complications*
  • Foreign Bodies / diagnosis
  • Humans
  • Infant