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Ingested pins causing perforation
T Stricker1, C J Kellenberger, T J Neuhaus
1University Children's Hospital, Steinwiesstrasse 75, CH-8032 Zurich, Switzerland.
Archives of Disease in Childhood
|February 13, 2001
Summary
Endoscopic removal successfully treated two children with stomach perforations caused by ingested foreign bodies. One foreign body migrated into the chest cavity, requiring complex management.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Ingested foreign bodies are a common pediatric emergency.
- Gastric perforation is a rare but serious complication.
Observation:
- Two pediatric cases of ingested foreign bodies causing gastric perforation are presented.
- One case involved a foreign body migrating into the thoracic cavity.
Findings:
- Successful endoscopic retrieval of perforated gastric foreign bodies was achieved in both cases.
- Minimally invasive endoscopic techniques are effective for managing complex foreign body ingestions.
Implications:
- Highlights the potential for serious complications from ingested foreign bodies in children.
- Emphasizes the critical role of prompt endoscopic intervention in preventing further morbidity.