Bhubaneswar, July 23 (UDN): Doctors at the Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) have successfully removed a tiny LED bulb lodged deep inside the lung of a four-year-old girl using a minimally invasive procedure, avoiding the need for open surgery in what doctors described as a rare and challenging case.
The child was brought to KIMS after suffering from a persistent cough for more than a week. According to doctors, she had accidentally inserted a small metallic LED bulb into her nose, which eventually travelled through her airway and became lodged in the lower portion of her right lung.
Advanced Procedure Avoids Major Surgery
Doctors said initial efforts to remove the foreign object at another hospital were unsuccessful. After detailed clinical evaluation and imaging at KIMS, specialists found the bulb stuck in a narrow branch of the right lung, making the procedure particularly complex.
A multidisciplinary team of specialists successfully removed the object using a rigid bronchoscope and a hybrid minimally invasive technique, carefully navigating the child’s delicate airways without making any external surgical incision.
The procedure was completed without complications, and the child recovered quickly. She was able to resume eating within hours of the intervention and was discharged after making a satisfactory recovery.
Team of Specialists
The procedure was performed by a team comprising ENT specialists Dr. Pradeep Ranjan Sahu and Dr. Manisha Malik, anaesthesiologist Dr. Basanta Kumar Behera, and respiratory medicine specialist Dr. Swadip Mishra.
Doctors noted that the removal of foreign bodies from the airways of young children is often technically demanding, particularly when small objects become lodged deep inside the lungs. In many such cases, patients may require major surgery if minimally invasive methods are unsuccessful.
Doctors Urge Parents to Stay Vigilant
Medical experts advised parents to keep small objects such as beads, batteries, LED bulbs, toy parts, and other metallic items out of the reach of children, as accidental insertion into the nose or mouth can lead to life-threatening complications if inhaled into the respiratory tract.
Founder Congratulates Medical Team
Congratulating the doctors on the successful procedure, KIIT, KISS and KIMS Founder Dr. Achyuta Samanta praised the medical team for their expertise and dedication. He also wished the young patient a speedy and complete recovery.
The case highlights the growing role of advanced minimally invasive techniques in treating complex paediatric airway emergencies while reducing surgical risks and recovery time.