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Journal of Bronchology:
January 2008 - Volume 15 - Issue 1 - pp 67-68
doi: 10.1097/LBR.0b013e318162eb2f
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Iatrogenic Swallowing of Dentures With Resultant Tracheal Compression Requiring Mechanical Ventilation: A Case Report

Yardeni, Dayna MD; Malik, Amy N. MD; Harkin, Timothy J. MD

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Abstract

Swallowing and aspiration of dentures have commonly been reported in the literature. The esophageal complications have been well described, but tracheal complications are yet to be reported. We report a case of tracheal compromise with acute respiratory failure from an aspirated denture.

© 2008 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.

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