Evaluation of Suspected Aspirated Beverage Can Pull Tab: Radiographs May Not Be Enough

<div>PA chest (a) and lateral neck (b) radiographs obtained day of suspected aluminum tab aspiration fail to demonstrate a metallic foreign body. There is no evidence for supportive findings on chest radiographs such as atelectasis or air-trapping.</div>

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Figure 1: Evaluation of Suspected Aspirated Beverage Can Pull Tab: Radiographs May Not Be Enough 