349 The Parent’s Kiss in the Removal of Nasal Foreign Bodies: A case series

Nasal foreign bodies are common in pediatrics. Current removal methods can be traumatic for those involved. The Parent’s Kiss is a positive-pressure technique that is minimally invasive and less distressing. We gathered data prospectively on 7 children presenting to the ENT department at Mater Dei Hospital, Malta, with a nasal foreign body. 85.7% of patients underwent successful removal with the Parent’s Kiss technique alone, and none experienced adverse events. Our findings add to the evidence that this is a safe and effective maneuver and may be considered first line in the management of nasal foreign bodies in young children.