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Pharyngeal coin removal in children
1Accident and Emergency Department, Northern General Hospital, Sheffield.
Journal of Accident & Emergency Medicine
|May 1, 1997
Summary
A Foley catheter can safely remove esophageal coins in the upper esophagus. This simple technique avoids hospitalization and anesthesia, making it a valuable first-line treatment option.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Gastroenterology
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Coin ingestion is common in children.
- Esophageal foreign bodies require prompt removal.
- Endoscopic removal is the standard but requires anesthesia and hospitalization.