Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
DUZCE MEDICAL JOURNAL, cilt.27, sa.1, ss.81-87, 2025 (ESCI, Scopus, TRDizin)
Aim: Tracheobronchial foreign body aspiration (FBA) is a leading cause of accidental injury and sudden death in childhood. This study aimed to categorize pediatric patients under the age of 16 years with tracheobronchial FBA into distinct age groups, compare gender distribution, assess clinical and radiological findings, characterize the types of aspirated foreign body (FB), and evaluate preventive measures to reduce the incidence of FBA. Material and Methods: This retrospective study included patients under the age of 16 years who were evaluated for suspected tracheobronchial FBA between 2010 and 2019. The patients were categorized into four age groups: <= 3 years, 4-7 years, 8-10 years, and >10 years. Results: Among the 132 patients included, 80 (60.6%) were male, and 52 (39.4%) were female. The FBA was found to be significantly (p=0.003) most prevalent among males aged <= 3 years (72.7%, n=32) and among females aged >10 years (59.2%, n=29). AThe type of aspirated FB significantly varied by age group, with dried nuts being the most aspirated in children <= 3 years (50.0%, n=22), stationery items in the 8-10 years (47.1%, n=8), and headscarf needles in the >10-year (36.7%, n=18) groups (p<0.001). Conclusion: The type of aspirated FBs varies according to age and cultural factors. The severity of FBA-related complications depends on the size, shape, and location of the aspirated object, as well as the patient's age, duration of aspiration, and degree of airway obstruction. Enhancing public awareness, facilitating early diagnosis, and ensuring prompt treatment are crucial for minimizing FBA-related complications and mortality.