Foreign Body Removal

We safely remove embedded glass, metal, or wood fragments using ultrasound or surgical loupes.

A foreign body can cause infection, inflammation, or nerve compression. After precisely locating it, we remove it through a minimal incision.

When Removal Is Needed

Pain or a feeling of pressure from an embedded foreign body

Signs of infection such as redness, swelling, or pus

It is embedded deeply and cannot be felt at the surface

Higher infection risk due to diabetes or other conditions

Real Treatment Case

Preoperative X-ray photo of a glass fragment remaining in the finger — Glass fragment confirmed on preoperative X-ray

Photo of the removed finger glass fragment — The removed glass fragment

X-ray photo of the finger after glass fragment removal — Postoperative X-ray confirmation

Glass Fragment, Finger Foreign Body

Removal of a Glass Fragment in a Finger One Week After Injury

A case in which pain persisted for one week after a glass fragment entered a finger. Once a wound has already healed, accurately locating the fragment and using adequate surgical access are important.

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Situation: A 55 year old man visited because pain continued after a glass fragment entered his finger one week earlier.
Treatment focus: The fragment's location was checked with X-ray and further explored with ultrasound. Since the wound had already healed, instead of simply reopening the original entry point, an adequate incision and approach were used to remove it safely.
Recovery guidance: After removing the glass fragment, X-ray was used to check for any remaining foreign material, and guidance was given on wound care and infection prevention.

The photos and descriptions above are summarized from a blog post to help you understand this case. The removal method can vary depending on the type and depth of the foreign body, presence of infection, and its distance from nerves and blood vessels.

Frequently Asked Questions

QIs it okay to leave a small foreign body in place?

A very small foreign body can be difficult to remove. Trying to force its removal can damage normal tissue. If you are concerned about complications such as infection and want it removed, we recommend deciding whether to remove it after an evaluation.

QCan infection occur after removal?

The risk is low, but it increases with diabetes or a weakened immune system. Wound care and watching for signs of infection are important.

Do not put off persistent pain. Have it checked.

Our staff can guide you during clinic hours. Call us if you have questions before your visit.

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