An unusual foreign body in the oesophagus. The body packer syndrome.
Title | An unusual foreign body in the oesophagus. The body packer syndrome. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2005 |
Authors | Karkos, P. D., Cain A. J., & White P. S. |
Journal | Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol |
Volume | 262 |
Issue | 2 |
Pagination | 154-6 |
Date Published | 2005 Feb |
ISSN | 0937-4477 |
Keywords | Adult, Crime, Deglutition Disorders, Esophagoscopy, Esophagus, Foreign Bodies, Heroin, Humans, Male, Radiography |
Abstract | We report a case of drug smuggling by internal concealment of heroin in the oesophagus. We review the literature and discuss presentation and management highlighting the need to maintain an awareness of "body packer syndrome" in the differential diagnosis of ingested foreign bodies. |
DOI | 10.1007/s00405-004-0736-x |
Alternate Journal | Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol |
PubMed ID | 14963720 |