Pediatric Emergency Medicine Reports – November 1, 2012
November 1, 2012
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Pediatric Foreign Body Ingestions
Foreign body ingestion is a common problem, especially in children younger than 3 years of age. Fortunately, most cases have uneventful outcomes, but the potential for a devastating complication exists. Button batteries are particularly dangerous, and timely and appropriate management is critical. This article comprehensively reviews pediatric foreign body ingestions.