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    Management of Tracheo Bronchial Foreign Bodies in Children – A Retrospective Study of series of 50 cases

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    Abstract             This retrospective study of series of 50 cases of inhaled foreign bodies in pediatric patients in one year, deals with which the cases presented and the types of foreign body removed. Diagnostic flexible bronchoscopy aid in the diagnosis of unsuspected foreign body aspiration, or with doubtful history of foreign body aspiration without physical or X-ray signs and can proceed with definitive treatment in the same preparation without delay. Tracheotomy is indicated for foreign body that cannot be removed through glottis. A team work of anesthetist, endoscopist, and assistants are essential to ensure the safety of procedure with no compromise on availability of instruments.  Key words Tracheo Bronchial · Foreign Bodies · Children · Management
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