A team of doctors in Tamil Nadu has garnered widespread praise on social media for their successful extraction of a needle lodged in a 14-year-old girl’s lung using Bronchoscopy. The girl had accidentally swallowed the needle while dressing. The procedure, performed at a private hospital in Thanjavur, took just three and a half minutes and did not require surgery.
The news, shared by PTI on X, showcased images of the needle before and after extraction. The post quickly went viral, with numerous users commending the doctors for their skill and dedication.
Bronchoscopy involves using a thin, lighted tube to directly view and access the airways in the lungs. This advanced technology allowed the doctors to safely and efficiently remove the needle, highlighting their expertise and the potential of modern medical techniques.