Arbabi Sh, Ashjaei B, Mamishi S,
Volume 65, Issue 14 (3-2008)
Abstract
Background: There are many methods for removal of tracheobronchial foreign bodies
but there are many situations where removal of a foreign body seems impossible and
may require a major surgical procedure. Familiarity with each method improves
physician decision making.
Case: A 17 months old baby with a history of foreign body aspiration suffered from long
term pneumonia. There was a round shape foreign body in bronchoscopic view that
could not be removed with standard methods, but was removed by application of Fogarty
catheter
Conclusion: Removal of round, spherical foreign bodies may be performed by Fogarty
Catheter preventing surgical intervention.
