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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Endoscopic procedures
  • Surgical interventions

Background:

  • Foreign bodies in the gastrointestinal tract typically pass spontaneously.
  • Endoscopic intervention is usually recommended within 24 hours for ingested foreign bodies.
  • Appendicitis caused by foreign bodies is an uncommon presentation.

Observation:

  • A 22-year-old soldier presented with hematemesis and epigastric pain after ingesting a razor blade and other foreign bodies.
  • Emergent endoscopy successfully removed several ingested foreign bodies.
  • A subsequent appendectomy was performed 17 days later to remove a remaining foreign body and resolve symptoms.

Findings:

  • Successful endoscopic removal of multiple gastrointestinal foreign bodies.
  • Appendectomy effectively treated residual foreign body and associated symptoms.
  • Early endoscopic intervention is crucial for managing foreign body ingestion.

Implications:

  • Endoscopic removal is a valuable method for gastrointestinal foreign bodies.
  • Appendectomy should be considered when spontaneous drainage from the appendix does not occur.
  • Prompt management prevents complications like appendicitis, abscess, and perforation.