Practice abstract
British Dental Journal 200, 614 - 615 (2006)
Published online: 10 June 2006 | doi:10.1038/sj.bdj.4813642
Subject Category: Radiology
An unusual complication of dental radiography: Case report
E Mein1, S K D Lewis2 & J Mein3
- First documented case of ingestion/inhalation of dental radiograph film.
- Provides persuasive supporting argument for the use of film holders.
- Highlights the need for all GDPs to keep up to date with current resuscitation guidelines.
Abstract
We present the case of a 46-year-old man who was undergoing a routine dental examination when a radiograph film plate became lodged in his upper aero-digestive tract. The foreign body was successfully removed in the ENT department of the local hospital without significant harm being done. The case highlights the potential risks of even the simplest procedures, and makes a good argument for using radiograph film holders, when possible.
- Senior House Officers, ENT Department, Worcester Royal Hospital, Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, WR5 1DD
- Senior House Officers, ENT Department, Worcester Royal Hospital, Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, WR5 1DD
- General Dental Practitioner, Dormer House Dental Practice, Redditch, B80 7HR
Correspondence to: E Mein1 e-mail: eleanorwatt222@hotmail.com
