In a remarkable medical intervention at Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, led by Dr. Pradeepta Kumar Sethy, Director of Gastroenterology Manipal Hospital EM Bypass and Mukundapur Cluster, specialists successfully removed a sharp metal pin from the stomach of 4-year-old Krishanu Roy (name changed) from Barasat, Uttar 24 Parganas. Krishanu had accidentally swallowed the object while drinking water. While playing, he had put the metal pin into his water bottle, and it was accidentally ingested when he drank from it, prompting his family to rush him immediately to the hospital, where he was diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening condition.
Following admission, Krishanu was promptly assessed and found to have a sharp metallic foreign body lodged in his stomach. The high risk of internal injury, including gastric wall perforation, necessitated urgent medical action.
Elaborating on the case, Dr. Pradeepta Kumar Sethy, said, "Ingestion of sharp objects among children is a serious emergency, and swift intervention is critical to prevent life-threatening complications. In Krishanu's case, the metal pin posed a high risk of perforation or bleeding if it had moved further into the intestine. We immediately planned and performed an emergency endoscopy, carefully retrieving the pin without any surgical incision. Thanks to the coordination and expertise of our team, the procedure was successful, and Krishanu's recovery has been smooth. This case highlights the importance of timely medical attention and parental vigilance when young children are involved."
Using advanced endoscopic tools, Dr. Pradeepta Kumar Sethy supported by his expert team comprising Dr. Prasanta Debnath, Consultant - Medical Gastroenterology, Dr Rahul Samanta, Consultant Medical Gastroenterology and Dr. Prashanta Kumar, Consultant Medical Gastroenterology carefully retrieved the object while ensuring no injury to Krishanu's internal organs. Post-procedure, he was closely monitored by Dr. Nicola Judith Flynn, Head of Paediatrics and Neonatology, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, and her team. Krishanu responded well to treatment and was later discharged in stable condition.
Expressing his relief, Krishanu's father said, "We are extremely grateful to Dr. Sethy and the entire team at Manipal Hospital EM Bypass. From the moment we arrived, they handled the situation with incredible professionalism and care. Seeing our son in pain was terrifying, and the thought of what could have happened if the pin had caused internal injury was unbearable. Thanks to their quick decision-making and expertise, Krishanu is safe and recovering well at home. We truly can't thank them enough for their timely intervention and dedication."
With this incident, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass once again demonstrated excellence in paediatric emergency care, advanced endoscopic interventions, and prompt multidisciplinary coordination ensuring safe and positive clinical outcomes for young patients.
