Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases  2008;64(6):456-459

doi:10.4046/trd.2008.64.6.456

A Case of Radiolucent Foreign Body (Temporary Resin Bridge) Aspiration Accompanied by Inflammatory Polyps.

Seol Kyung MOON 1 ; Ji Myoung LEE ; Hae Bin JEONG ; Joo Yong SONG ; Sung Kyoung KIM ; Sang Haak LEE ; Hyeong Kyu YOON ; Sook Young LEE ; Seok Chan KIM ; Hwa Sik MOON

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Keywords

Respiratory aspiration; Synthetic resins; Denture; Polyps

Country

Republic of Korea

Language

English

Abstract

This case demonstrates the rare occurrence of a radiolucent temporary resin bridge aspiration in adults while they are in a conscious and awaken state and the resultant formation of inflammatory polyps. Although no unique findings were noted in a chest x-ray, careful history taking accompanied by physical examinations can lead to clinical suspicion of foreign body aspiration in an earlier stage. Moreover, flexible bronchoscopy is a tool useful not only for the evaluation process but also for managing the aspirated foreign material.