Alaa Alayeh

Dr. Alaa Alayeh


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Academic Career Length

4Years (2023-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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25 September 2023 in Diagnostics
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ZMZiad Malkawi
Ziad Malkawi
AAAlaa Alayeh
Alaa Alayeh
AAAbedalaziz Alshawa
Abedalaziz Alshawa
OSOla Shaban
Ola Shaban
OAOmar Alsaraireh
Omar Alsaraireh
Najla Said Dar-OdehNajla Said Dar-Odeh
Najla Said Dar-Odeh
Needle fracture during dental local anesthetic injections is a rare but significant, potentially serious complication. Various approaches for the location and removal of broken needles have been described; however, there are several difficulties and concerns related to the potential complications and critical anatomic challenges peculiar to the head and neck region. In this case, we describe the diagnostic approaches utilized in locating a broken needle that migrated in the pterygomandibular space following gag reflex, and sudden head movement of a middle-aged male patient. A meticulous diagnostic approach was employed to locate the needle utilizing CBCT scan, CT scan with contrast, and C-arm X-ray machine. The needle was successfully retrieved using an angled hemostat inserted through an oral incision, guided by a C-arm X-ray machine and ENT endoscopic instruments. While careful planning could prevent many complications that may arise during oral surgical procedures, inadvertent events leading to serious complications should be addressed using the appropriate and timely diagnostic techniques pre-and intra-operatively.