Chronic Foreign Body Ingestion Causing Posterior Mediastinal Mass: A Case Report

Posterior mediastinal masses pose challenges for anesthesiologists due to their compressive nature. The most frequently used surgical approach is thoracotomy and anesthesia involves awareness of potential complications and airway management strategies. Among different types of foreign bodies (FBs), the esophageal FBs are one of the most common pediatric emergencies among infants and young children and the proximal part is the most common site. Presentation can range from being asymptomatic to symptoms such as vomiting, dysphagia, and drooling, or respiratory issues like coughing, wheezing, choking, or stridor. In this report, we present a case of a posterior mediastinal mass in a child with a history of respiratory disorders and multiple treatment courses.