Clinical profile and management of patients of foreign body ingestion

The ingestion of foreign bodies (FB) is a common clinical scenario, particularly in pediatric and geriatric populations and patients with mental health disorders.This study conducted in Department of General surgery, Government Medical College Srinagar examines the clinical profiles of patients who ingest foreign bodies, discusses the diagnostic approaches, and presents various management strategies based on the nature of the ingested material and patient risk factors.Special emphasis is placed on the role of endoscopic techniques, surgical intervention, and preventative strategies.