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Suraj Shrestha1, Ranjan Sapkota2, Suraj Bhatta1
1Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Background:
Ingestion of sharp foreign bodies is uncommon and often underreported. It can present with esophageal perforation which is a life-threatening complication requiring prompt diagnosis and management. Case Presentation. We report a case of accidental ingestion of a razor blade in a chronic alcoholic who presented with hematemesis after an esophageal perforation, the diagnosis of which was confirmed by radiology.
Conclusion:
Early recognition of esophageal perforation is crucial for early intervention. Proper history taking and radiological investigations are a key to reaching a diagnosis.
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