Acute epiglottitis mimicking esophageal foreign body

When epiglottitis presents in association with a normal or near-normal body temperature, the symptoms may simulate those of an esophageal foreign body so closely that an esophagram is requested. A preliminary evaluation of the epiglottis on the foreign body series or at fluoroscopy can prevent the p...

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Veröffentlicht in:Emergency radiology 1998-09, Vol.5 (5), p.359-360
1. Verfasser: Johnson, J. Fred
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:When epiglottitis presents in association with a normal or near-normal body temperature, the symptoms may simulate those of an esophageal foreign body so closely that an esophagram is requested. A preliminary evaluation of the epiglottis on the foreign body series or at fluoroscopy can prevent the potential morbidity associated with performing an esophagram on a patient who actually has epiglottitis.[PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
ISSN:1070-3004
1438-1435
DOI:10.1007/BF02749093