Navigating the Hazards: A Case Study on the Complexities of Battery Ingestion in an Adult
This case underscores the potential for prolonged colonic retention of ingested batteries (even over a month) necessitating endoscopic retrieval. Early detection, prompt intervention, and preventive measures are crucial to prevent life-threatening complications in high-risk patients. Additionally, outpatient scheduled follow-ups and management of recurring ingestions may help improve patient outcomes.
Authors
- Prithi Choday (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2785-0956)
- Carlos Buitrago (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5821-6272)
- George Saffouri
- Ashujot K. Dang
Institutions
- University of California, Riverside (US)
- Ehime Medical Center (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Clinical Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-02-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.70184
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Foreign Body Medical Cases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.36