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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Medical Emergencies
  • Endoscopic Procedures

Background:

  • Foreign body ingestion is a frequent clinical emergency.
  • While most ingested foreign bodies pass spontaneously, large or long objects can cause serious complications like perforation, bleeding, and obstruction in the upper gastrointestinal tract.
  • Understanding the natural history and management of these lodged foreign bodies is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the natural history and clinical features of lodged gastrointestinal foreign bodies in adults.
  • To summarize current methods for the removal of these foreign bodies.
  • To highlight the efficacy and safety of endoscopic removal as a primary treatment modality.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of foreign body ingestion in adults.
  • Analysis of clinical aspects and natural history.
  • Evaluation of various removal techniques, focusing on endoscopic interventions.

Main Results:

  • Lodged foreign bodies in the upper gastrointestinal tract pose significant risks, including perforation, bleeding, and obstruction.
  • Endoscopic removal has emerged as a safe and effective procedure.
  • Advancements in endoscopic techniques and devices have led to widespread adoption and positive results.

Conclusions:

  • Endoscopic removal is the primary and preferred treatment for lodged gastrointestinal foreign bodies in adults.
  • The safety and efficacy of endoscopic interventions have been well-established.
  • Continued development in endoscopic technology promises further improvements in patient outcomes.