Migrating fish bone presenting as a neck fistula

The case report describes an extremely rare finding of fish bone migration from the aerodigestive tract causing a neck fistula 2 years after its ingestion. Detailed case study and surgical treatment is presented. This case highlights the need for further assessment in presence of a high clinical suspicion of foreign body ingestion with a normal physical examination of the upper aerodigestive tract, to avoid serious and potential life-threatening complications later on.

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The case report emphasizes the importance of further assessment in cases of suspected foreign body ingestion in the aerodigestive tract, even with a normal physical examination. This is crucial to prevent serious and potentially life-threatening complications later on.