Foreign body aspiration (FBA) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in the pediatric population, particularly in children under three years of age. This condition often presents with nonspecific respiratory symptoms, leading to delays in diagnosis and an increased risk of severe complications such as pneumothorax and respiratory failure. Here, we present a case of a 2-year-old child with FBA complicated by bilateral pneumothorax, severe respiratory acidosis, and left lung collapse.
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