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Ingested magnets and gastrointestinal complications.

Ingested magnets and gastrointestinal complications.

Authors :
Alzahem, Abdulrahman M.
Soundappan, Soundappan S. V.
Jefferies, Heather
Cass, Daniel T.
Source :
Journal of Paediatrics & Child Health. Jun2007, Vol. 43 Issue 6, p497-498. 2p. 1 Black and White Photograph, 1 Diagram.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

Multiple magnet ingestion is an unexpected health hazard in children that can lead to significant gastrointestinal morbidity. The magnets are attracted to each other across the bowel wall and this may lead to pressure necrosis, resulting in perforation, fistula formation, and/or intestinal obstruction. We report herein a case of small bowel obstruction following ingestion of two magnets. The public and clinicians should be aware of the health hazard of such devices. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10344810
Volume :
43
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Paediatrics & Child Health
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
25137526
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-1754.2007.01121.x