Analysis on 56 Cases of Iatrogenic High-density Foreign Bodies in Oral Tissues

doi:10.13701/j.cnki.kqyxyj.2025.07.004

Abstract

Abstract: Objective: To investigate the etiology, diagnosis, and management strategies for iatrogenic high-density foreign bodies in oral tissues. Methods: Fifty-six cases of iatrogenic high-density foreign bodies in oral tissues treated by our team were enrolled between 2017 and 2024. The cohort consisted of 23 males and 33 females, with ages ranging from 6 to 74 years. The foreign bodies were located in the maxilla (21 cases), mandible (24 cases), and oral soft tissues (11 cases). Of the 56 cases, 51 involved a single foreign body, while 5 cases contained two or more. Forty-one of them exhibited clinical symptoms. All patients requested the removal of the foreign bodies. Results: All 56 foreign bodies were successfully removed. Among the 41 patients with clinical symptoms, 39 patients completely resolved the symptoms, and 2 patients with lower lip numbness had significant improvement. Conclusion: The removal of iatrogenic foreign bodies in oral tissues effectively alleviates psychological distress and significantly resolves or improves clinical symptoms in patients.

Key words: oral tissues, iatrogenic foreign bodies, symptoms, extraction

YU Qiunan, ZHAO Jihong. Analysis on 56 Cases of Iatrogenic High-density Foreign Bodies in Oral Tissues[J]. Journal of Oral Science Research, 2025, 41(7): 562-567.

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