Management of Pediatric Aerodigestive Tract Foreign Bodies

Saturday, October 17, 2026

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM PT

Location: 408B

Mentor(s)

Jeffrey P. Simons, MD, MMM

Professor of Otolaryngology and Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Lead Presenter(s)

Jordyn P. Lucas, MD

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

Disclosure(s):

Jeffrey P. Simons, MD, MMM:

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

This course will discuss 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. The role of otolaryngologists in the prevention of foreign body ingestion and aspiration will be emphasized.

Learning Objectives:

Implement current techniques for the evaluation and management of pediatric aerodigestive tract foreign bodies.
Appreciate the history of the field of bronchoesophagology as it relates to the management of airway and esophageal foreign bodies
Identify strategies for prevention of foreign body aspiration and ingestion.