Foreign body in gastrointestinal tract

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Foreign body ingestion, about 30 mins back.

Patient Data

Gender: Male

A metal dense foreign body( with a dumbbell configuration) is noted in left upper anterior abdomen. It is seen above the level of colonic gas shadow.

Case Discussion

Short interval from foreign body ingestion and radiographic location favor foreign body in stomach.

Foreign body -  small magnets.

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