Foreign Body Ingestion

Foreign Body Ingestion

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Summary

For acute foreign body ingestions, we have the ability to induce vomiting or perform endoscopy to remove foreign material from the stomach.

Note: Foreign bodies found within the intestinal tract will need to be transferred to a 24-hour facility for monitoring and possible surgery.

Common Symptoms

  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal tenderness
  • Decreased appetite
  • Straining to defecate
  • Lethargy

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