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Handheld Metal Detector Screening for Metallic Foreign Body Ingestion in Children
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Multiple magnetic gastrointestinal foreign bodies in a dog
Mark S Garneau1, Robert J McCarthy
1Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University, North Grafton, MA 01536.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|February 12, 2015
Summary
Ingestion of magnetic toys by dogs can cause severe gastrointestinal damage, including perforation and obstruction. Prompt surgical intervention is crucial for improving outcomes in cases of magnetic foreign body ingestion.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Small Animal Surgery
- Toxicology
Background:
- Magnetic desk toys pose a significant risk to pets.
- Ingestion of multiple magnetic foreign bodies can lead to severe gastrointestinal complications.
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