The Prevalence and Management of Aerodigestive Foreign Bodies at Rwanda Military Hospital: A Six-years Retrospective Study.

Background: Aerodigestive foreign bodies are common issue especially in children, who often place objects in their mouths, leading to inhalation or ingestion. Despite global data on this issue, no comprehensive study has been conducted in Rwanda. This study aimed to assess the prevalence, demographic factors, clinical presentations, diagnostic and management techniques of aerodigestive foreign bodies at Rwanda Military Hospital (RMH).