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  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Otolaryngology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Button battery ingestions are common in young children, with over 3300 cases annually.
  • Delayed diagnosis and removal of esophageal button batteries increase complication risks.
  • Initial symptoms can be nonspecific, complicating early identification.

Observation:

  • A 5-year-old female presented with vomiting after ingesting a button battery, which was lodged in her esophagus for over six hours.
  • Initial endoscopy revealed a Grade 2B esophageal erosion, requiring nasogastric tube placement.

Findings:

  • Despite initial asymptomatic recovery and a normal barium swallow, a follow-up endoscopy one month later showed esophageal stricture formation at the injury site.
  • This case underscores the potential for delayed complications even after apparent recovery.

Implications:

  • Increased awareness among clinicians and parents regarding button battery ingestion is vital.
  • Endoscopy is essential for accurate assessment of esophageal injury and monitoring for complications, including strictures, even in asymptomatic patients.
  • Prompt endoscopic evaluation and management are critical for preventing long-term sequelae from button battery ingestions.