Overview
Chicken bone lodged in the esophagus presents a mechanical obstruction requiring prompt clinical intervention to prevent complications such as perforation, mediastinitis, or aspiration pneumonia. [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]Diagnosis
Clinical Signs: Dysphagia, drooling, respiratory distress, and potential vomiting [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]
Diagnostic Imaging: Radiography or endoscopy to confirm the presence and location of the bone [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]
Laboratory Tests: Blood hematology may show nonspecific changes; no specific tests highlighted in abstracts 3Management
Endoscopic Removal: Preferred method for safe extraction under sedation or anesthesia [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]
Surgical Intervention: Reserved for cases where endoscopic removal fails or is not feasible [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]
Supportive Care: Fluid therapy, monitoring for infection, and respiratory support as needed [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]Special Populations
Pediatrics: Younger chickens may have smaller esophageal diameters, complicating removal; careful endoscopic techniques advised [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]
Comorbidities: Presence of concurrent respiratory issues may necessitate more vigilant monitoring and supportive care [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]Key Recommendations
Prompt endoscopic evaluation and removal of the chicken bone to prevent complications (Evidence: Expert opinion) [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]
Monitor hematological parameters for signs of systemic response or infection post-removal (Evidence: Moderate) 3
Provide supportive care including fluid therapy and respiratory support as indicated by clinical status (Evidence: Expert opinion) [Not directly addressed in provided abstracts]References
1 Makled MN, Abouelezz KFM, Gad-Elkareem AEG, Sayed AM. Comparative influence of dietary probiotic, yoghurt, and sodium butyrate on growth performance, intestinal microbiota, blood hematology, and immune response of meat-type chickens. Tropical animal health and production 2019. link
2 Sogunle OM, Egbeyale LT, Bajomo TT, Bamigboje OV, Fanimo AO. Comparison of the performance, carcass characteristics and haematological parameters of broiler chicks reared in cage and floor. Pakistan journal of biological sciences : PJBS 2008. link
3 Kai O, Franklin RM. The age-dependent size distribution of chicken peripheral blood cells analyzed by a novel method utilizing a Coulter counter. Developmental and comparative immunology 1984. link90044-2)