# Laparoscopy-Assisted Transgastrointestinal Endoscopic Retrieval of a Denture Impacted in the Esophagus: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A 66-year-old man with a swallowed denture was successfully treated using a new laparoscopy-assisted endoscopic method after other attempts failed.

## Contribution

A novel laparoscopy-assisted transgastrointestinal endoscopic technique for retrieving esophageal foreign bodies is introduced.

## Key findings

- The denture was successfully retrieved without further esophageal damage.
- The patient recovered uneventfully, demonstrating the procedure's safety and effectiveness.

## Abstract

We report the management of a complex case involving a 66-year-old male with significant medical comorbidities who inadvertently swallowed a denture, leading to unsuccessful endoscopic removal attempts. CT scans revealed an esophageal perforation. Following an initial unsuccessful conventional endoscopic attempt, we employed a laparoscopy-assisted transgastrointestinal endoscopic approach. This novel technique facilitated the successful retrieval of the denture without further esophageal damage, underscoring its utility in managing challenging esophageal foreign bodies. The patient’s postoperative recovery was uneventful, highlighting the safety and effectiveness of the procedure.