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Poorvi P Dalal1, Andrew J Otey, Emily A McGonagle

  • 1Department of Anesthesiology, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio 43210, USA.

The Journal of Surgical Research
|June 4, 2013
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Intentional ingestion of foreign objects (IIFO) in prisoners often requires medical intervention. Leukocytosis and multiple ingested items are key factors predicting the need for endoscopy or surgery.

Keywords:
Correctional institutionsEndoscopyForeign body ingestionInmatesIntentional ingestion of foreign objectsLaparotomyPrisonersSwallowers

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Published on: September 11, 2018

Area of Science:

  • Forensic Medicine
  • Gastroenterology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Intentional ingestion of foreign objects (IIFO) is prevalent within correctional facilities.
  • Understanding clinical patterns of IIFO in prisoners is crucial for effective management.
  • Identifying factors predicting the need for endoscopic or surgical intervention is a key clinical challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define clinical patterns of intentional ingestion of foreign objects (IIFO) in an incarcerated population.
  • To identify factors associated with the requirement for endoscopic and surgical therapy for IIFO.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective chart review of incarcerated patients identified via ICD-9 codes.
  • Analysis of demographics, medical history, IIFO characteristics, and diagnostic/therapeutic findings.
  • Univariate and multivariate statistical analyses to determine predictors of intervention.

Main Results:

  • Thirty patients experienced 141 episodes of IIFO, averaging 4.60 items per episode.
  • Endoscopy was performed in 97 instances, with a 22% failure rate for object retrieval.
  • Hospital admission, endoscopy need, and surgical therapy were associated with elevated white blood cell count and increased number of ingested items.

Conclusions:

  • Intentional ingestion of foreign objects presents a significant burden in the incarcerated population.
  • Leukocytosis is a frequent indicator for admission or therapeutic intervention.
  • Further research is needed for optimized triage strategies for patients with IIFO.