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In vitro effects of simulated gastric juice on swallowed metal objects: implications for practical management
P K Li1, C Spittler, C W Taylor
1Department of Surgery, Meridia Huron Hospital, Cleveland, Ohio 44112, USA.
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
|August 1, 1997
Summary
Razor blades corrode quickly in stomach acid, becoming fragile within 24 hours for easier endoscopic removal. Disk batteries resist acid, while pennies remain unaffected by simulated gastric juice.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Materials Science
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Swallowed metallic foreign bodies present significant endoscopic removal challenges.
- Understanding in vitro corrosion is crucial for managing ingested metals.