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World J Clin Cases. Sep 26, 2025; 13(27): 108693
Published online Sep 26, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i27.108693
Published online Sep 26, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i27.108693
Disappearing intraesophageal foreign body: A case report
Hong-Wei Qiao, Yi-Fei Ye, Lin-Xi Nie, Gui-Zhi Du, Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan Province, China
Shuai Bai, Department of Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Center, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan Province, China
Author contributions: Qiao HW, Ye YF and Nie LX wrote the manuscript; Ye YF, Nie LX and Bai S curated the data; Du GZ supervised the study; All authors thoroughly reviewed and endorsed the final manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Gui-Zhi Du, MD, PhD, Chief Physician, Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 38 Guoxue Ave. Wuhou District, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan Province, China. duguizhi@scu.edu.cn
Received: April 21, 2025
Revised: May 22, 2025
Accepted: June 20, 2025
Published online: September 26, 2025
Processing time: 106 Days and 20.1 Hours
Revised: May 22, 2025
Accepted: June 20, 2025
Published online: September 26, 2025
Processing time: 106 Days and 20.1 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: This case report highlights the rare occurrence of aspiration during endoscopic foreign body removal, despite the absence of typical coughing reflexes. We emphasize the importance of bedside imaging for early detection of accidentally ingested foreign body and the role of emergency fiberoptic bronchoscopy in successful retrieval. These findings underscore the need for increased awareness and improved procedural strategies to prevent aspiration-related complications in high-risk patients.