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Traveling toothpicks.

F R Cockerill, W R Wilson, R E Van Scoy

    Mayo Clinic Proceedings
    |September 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Toothpicks can cause serious gastrointestinal perforation, even death. Dental plates reduce sensitivity, increasing the risk of swallowing these foreign bodies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Medical Case Studies

    Background:

    • Ingested foreign bodies typically pass through the gastrointestinal tract without issue.
    • However, complications such as intestinal perforation and mortality are infrequent but serious risks.

    Observation:

    • This report details five cases of gastrointestinal perforation specifically caused by ingested toothpicks.
    • One severe case involved a toothpick perforating the inferior vena cava, leading to fatal bacteremia.

    Findings:

    • Toothpick ingestion poses a significant risk of gastrointestinal perforation.
    • The use of dental plates can impair palatal sensitivity, increasing the likelihood of unknowingly ingesting foreign objects like toothpicks.

    Implications:

    • Patients need to be aware of the potential dangers of toothpicks.
  • Enhanced food safety measures and patient education are crucial to prevent such incidents.