A new clinical algorithm scoring for management of suspected foreign body aspiration in children

A new clinical algorithm scoring for management of suspected foreign body aspiration in children

Abstract Background Foreign Body Aspiration (FBA) is a serious problem in children and delays in diagnosis and management can be devastating. The history is often vague, with subtle physical and chest radiograph abnormalities. This study aims to determine the indications for bronchoscopy in children...

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Main Authors: Ibrahim A. Janahi, Shabina Khan, Prem Chandra, Noora Al-Marri, Ammar Saadoon, Lolwa Al-Naimi, Maryam Al-Thani, William Greer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-04-01
Series:BMC Pulmonary Medicine
Subjects:
Foreign body
Pediatrics
Bronchoscopy
Airway obstruction
Predictors
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12890-017-0406-6

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