nasal foreign body

The nasal foreign body removal process typically includes these steps:

1. Have the patient gently blow the nose to clear mucus or loose foreign material.

2. Apply a topical anesthetic and vasoconstrictor spray to numb the nasal passage and reduce swelling.

3. Wait several minutes for the medication to take effect.

4. Use a nasal speculum and bright light to visualize the foreign object inside the nasal cavity.

5. Carefully remove mucus with suction to improve visibility.

6. If the foreign body is reachable, use appropriate instruments like forceps, wire loops, or suction catheters to grasp and gently extract the object.

7. For smooth or difficult objects, a balloon-tipped catheter may be inserted behind the object, inflated, and then slowly withdrawn to pull the object out.

8. In children, sedation or restraint may be needed for safe and effective removal.

9. After removal, re-examine the nasal cavity to ensure no fragments remain.

10. Provide aftercare instructions and monitor for any complications like bleeding or infection.

This procedure is usually carried out by an experienced ENT specialist or trained medical professional to minimize trauma and ensure successful extraction.