MIGRATING FOREIGN BODY IN THE THYROID GLAND, AN UNUSUAL CASE
Abstract
We report an unusual case of an ingested foreign body in 26 year old female that perforated theesophagus and penetrated the thyroid gland. A neck exploration was done to remove the foreignbody.Keywords: Foreign body, Thyroid gland, perforated esophagusReferences
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