Esophageal Foreign Body Removal Treatment in India
About Esophageal Foreign Body Removal
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive approach using an endoscope, avoiding large external incisions.High success rate for safe removal of a wide variety of objects.Performed under sedation or anesthesia for patient comfort.Prevents serious complications like esophageal perforation, infection, or airway blockage.Typically allows for a quicker recovery compared to traditional open surgery.Enables direct visualization of the esophagus to assess for any injury./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Accidental ingestion of a foreign object (common in children and elderly).
- Food impaction, such as a large piece of meat (steakhouse syndrome).
- Presence of sharp objects (bones, pins, batteries) posing a high risk of perforation.
- Button battery ingestion, which is a medical emergency due to risk of rapid tissue burn.
- Persistent symptoms like chest pain, inability to swallow saliva (drooling), or sensation of something stuck.
- Failed attempts at removal in a non-surgical setting.
How to prepare
- Patient must fast (no food or drink) for several hours before the procedure.
- A thorough medical history and review of any allergies, especially to anesthesia.
- Imaging studies like an X-ray or CT scan to locate and identify the foreign body.
- Discontinuation of certain medications, like blood thinners, as advised by the doctor.
- Informed consent process explaining the procedure, risks, and benefits.
- Arranging for someone to drive the patient home after the procedure due to sedation effects.
Risks & possible complications
- Perforation (tear) of the esophageal wall, which may require further surgery.
- Bleeding at the site of removal.
- Reaction to sedation or anesthesia.
- Infection.
- Incomplete removal, requiring a repeat procedure.
- Rare risk of injury to surrounding structures or aspiration.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Observation for a few hours post-procedure to monitor vital signs and ensure no immediate complications.
- Throat may feel sore or scratchy for a day or two.
- Diet typically starts with clear liquids and advances to soft foods as tolerated.
- Avoidance of spicy, hard, or crunchy foods for a few days as the esophagus heals.
- Follow-up with the surgeon to discuss findings and ensure complete healing.
- Immediate reporting of severe pain, fever, difficulty breathing, or vomiting blood.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (often outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
3-7 days for normal diet and activities
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering esophageal foreign body removal in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for esophageal foreign body removal in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Gem Hospital Coimbatore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform esophageal foreign body removal. MediFyr helps you compare surgical gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for esophageal foreign body removal compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Esophageal Foreign Body Removal in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated surgical gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing esophageal foreign body removal.
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Surgical Gastroenterologists for Esophageal Foreign Body Removal
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