A four-year-old child who accidentally swallowed a sharp iron nail has been successfully treated at IQ City Hospital, Durgapur, avoiding the need for major surgery. The potentially dangerous foreign object was safely removed through an emergency endoscopic procedure performed by the hospital's medical team.

Incident and Initial Response

According to hospital sources, the child accidentally swallowed the sharp iron nail at around 8 am on August 28, 2026. He soon developed severe abdominal pain and began vomiting blood. The family initially approached several healthcare centres for emergency treatment, but given the complexity and risks involved, they were advised to take the child to Kolkata for further treatment and possible surgery.

With the child's condition requiring immediate intervention, the family instead brought him to IQ City Hospital, a leading hospital in Durgapur, at around 7 pm the same day.

Emergency Endoscopic Intervention

On arrival, gastroenterologist Dr Nirmalya Saha and his team promptly assessed the child and planned an emergency endoscopic procedure to remove the sharp foreign object.

A multidisciplinary team came together to carry out the procedure, comprising:

Dr Nirmalya Saha, Gastroenterologist
Dr Manisha Dey, Paediatrician
Dr Sohini Dutta, Anaesthesiologist
Ranjit, Endoscopy Technician

Using advanced endoscopic techniques, the 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 the specialists involved, helped the team manage what could have been a life-threatening situation safely and effectively.

Recovery and Outcome

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.

Hospital Statement

IQ City Hospital spokesperson Sudarshana Gangulee congratulated the entire medical and support team for their prompt response, clinical expertise, and coordinated efforts, which ensured the safe treatment and recovery of the young patient.

This case underscores the emergency and paediatric gastroenterology capabilities available at IQ City Hospital, a trusted hospital in Durgapur for advanced, timely medical intervention.