Key points
- Nasal foreign bodies are a common problem in children.
- Children under 4 years insert mostly food items into the nasal cavity,
contrary to older children who insert toys and batteries
- No major complication was reported in our cohort of 10-years in a
pediatric tertiary medical center.
- Batteries and magnets cause significant mucosal damage, that often
requires recurrent surgical debridement and long follow up periods in
the clinic.
- Excellent teamwork and cooperation between pediatric ED physicians and
otolaryngologists is imperative for optimal diagnosis and treatment.
Level of evidence: 4