Did You Know?!
Approximately 95% of deaths from choking occur in the home environment.[Ref:1]
Metal Chain in Both Bronchi
Extraction Case
It’s never a good idea to put anything made of metal or plastic completely inside your mouth. Fortunately, there was just enough air space for a teenager to breath after this chain had been inhaled. It extended into both main bronchi (over the “carina”) and was removed with forceps.