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Expert Lectures

Pediatric Otolaryngology

Management of Pediatric Aerodigestive Tract Foreign Bodies

Monday, October 13, 2025
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM EDT
Location: 231-232
Disclosure(s):
Jeffrey P. Simons, MD, MMM:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Jordyn P. Lucas, MD:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Foreign bodies of the upper aerodigestive tract are commonly seen by both pediatric and general otolaryngologists and can be a significant source of morbidity and mortality in the pediatric population. This course will discuss a systematic approach to the evaluation and management of aerodigestive tract foreign bodies, a problem frequently seen by both general and pediatric otolaryngologists. A combination of didactic presentation and case discussions will be utilized to review important aspects of history and physical examination, radiologic studies, and current techniques for the endoscopic evaluation and management of aerodigestive tract foreign bodies. Several case examples of challenging airway and esophageal foreign bodies will be reviewed. Many clinical pearls for managing difficult foreign body cases will be offered. The important role of the otolaryngologist in the prevention of foreign body ingestion and aspiration will be emphasized.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 1: Implement current techniques for the evaluation and management of pediatric aerodigestive tract foreign bodies.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 2: Appreciate the history of bronchoesophagology as relevant to the management of aerodigestive tract foreign bodies

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 3: Identify strategies for prevention of foreign body aspiration and ingestion.

BACKGROUND STATEMENT: This important topic is relevant to both general and pediatric otolaryngologists. The significant knowledge gaps related to aerodigestive tract foreign bodies impact provider approach to care and affect patient quality, safety, and outcomes.

Comprehensive Otolaryngology Track Statement :

    Mentor(s)

  • Jeffrey P. Simons, MD, MMM

    Professor of Otolaryngology and Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs
    UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
    Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Disclosure(s):

    faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

    • Lead Presenter(s)

  • Jordyn P. Lucas, MD

    Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology
    Eastern Virginia Medical School at Old Dominion University
    Norfolk, VA, United States

    Disclosure(s):

    faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.