Author:
Hindley Nick,Gordon Harvey,Newrith Chris,Mohan Damian
Abstract
Aim and methodTo describe physical sequelae of cylindrical battery ingestion and their management by description of recent cases and literature review.ResultsX-rays should be performed to determine the position and integrity of the battery. In the absence of abdominal symptoms, immediate surgical opinion may not be indicated.Clinical implicationsConservative management of battery swallowing is frequently possible.
Publisher
Royal College of Psychiatrists
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health
Reference2 articles.
1. Ingestion of cylindrical and button batteries: an analysis of 2382 cases;Litowitz;Pediatrics,1992
2. Management of children who have swallowed button batteries.
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