Newz Desk, Durgapur: A four-year-old child who accidentally swallowed a sharp iron nail was successfully treated at IQ City Hospital, Durgapur, without the need for major surgery. Doctors removed the potentially dangerous foreign object through an emergency endoscopic procedure.
According to hospital sources, the child accidentally swallowed the sharp iron nail at around 8 am on August 28, 2026. Soon after, he developed severe abdominal pain and began vomiting blood. The family initially approached several healthcare centres seeking emergency treatment. However, considering the complexity of the case and the risks involved, the child was advised to be taken to Kolkata for further treatment and possible emergency surgery. After consulting several doctors, the family was informed that surgery could involve significant risks.
With the child’s condition requiring immediate intervention, the family brought him to IQ City Hospital at around 7 pm the same day. On arrival, gastroenterologist Dr Nirmalya Saha and his team immediately assessed the child and planned an emergency endoscopic procedure to remove the sharp foreign object.
A multidisciplinary team comprising gastroenterologist Dr Nirmalya Saha, paediatrician Dr Manisha Dey, anaesthesiologist Dr Sohini Dutta and endoscopy technician Ranjit worked together to complete the procedure.
Using advanced endoscopic techniques, the medical team successfully retrieved the sharp iron nail without resorting to major open surgery. The timely decision to opt for endoscopic removal, combined with close coordination among specialists, helped the team manage what could potentially have become a life-threatening situation safely and effectively.
The child is currently stable and recovering well. He is able to take food orally, and no major complications have been reported following the procedure.
IQ City Hospital spokesperson Sudarshana Gangulee congratulated the entire medical and support team for their prompt response, clinical expertise and coordinated efforts, which helped ensure the safe treatment and recovery of the young patient.
