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[Clinical analysis of foreign body ingestion of button cell in children]

Tao Huang, Zhinan Wang, Enming Xu

    Lin Chuang Er Bi Yan Hou Tou Jing Wai Ke Za Zhi = Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
    |March 28, 2014
    PubMed

    Insights

    Button cell ingestion in children poses serious risks, especially when lodged in the esophagus, potentially causing life-threatening damage. Prompt diagnosis and removal are crucial for esophageal button cell foreign bodies, while gastric ones may pass naturally.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Gastroenterology
    • Emergency Medicine
    • Otolaryngology

    Context:

    • Button cell ingestion is a common pediatric emergency.
    • Foreign bodies in the gastrointestinal tract present diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
    • Early intervention is critical for managing esophageal button cell ingestion.

    Purpose:

    • To enhance the diagnosis and treatment of button cell foreign body ingestion in children.
    • To analyze outcomes based on the location of button cell foreign bodies.
    • To differentiate management strategies for esophageal versus gastrointestinal button cell foreign bodies.

    Summary:

    • This study reviewed 14 pediatric cases of button cell foreign body ingestion.
    • Esophageal button cells required endoscopic removal, with complications including stricture and mortality.
    • Gastrointestinal button cells were managed conservatively, with spontaneous passage observed in all cases.

    Impact:

    • Highlights the significant morbidity and mortality associated with esophageal button cell foreign bodies.
    • Emphasizes the importance of timely diagnosis and endoscopic intervention for esophageal button cells.
    • Supports conservative management for button cell foreign bodies in the stomach and lower gastrointestinal tract due to their lower risk profile.
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