Did You Know?!
In Europe, one in 5 childhood choking injuries involve industrial products, such as plastic and metal parts, coins, and toys.[Ref:34]
Toy Propeller in Nasopharynx
Extraction Case
This “propeller” from a Kinder Surprise airplane was nearly swallowed. After some retching, was propelled upward, into a toddler’s nasopharynx (behind the soft palate).
Because of choking risks, Kinder Surprise eggs have been banned in the United States.[Ref:20]