Presentation
Presented to emergency department 3 hours after swallowing a battery .
Patient Data
Age: 11 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Ingested battery - child
{"current_user":null,"step_through_annotations":true,"access":{"can_edit":false,"can_download":true,"can_toggle_annotations":true,"can_feature":false,"can_examine_pipeline_reports":false,"can_pin":false},"extraPropsURL":"/studies/112298/annotated_viewer_json?_c=1690077285\u0026lang=gb"}
Ingested battery in gastric cavity; contrast was required from the endoscopist.
Case Discussion
Cylindrical battery ingestion is a common problem in paediatrics ER.
This case presents a common AA 1,5 volts battery ingestion (button batteries are more dangerous).
The radiology examination (with or without contrast) is important to locate the battery (and if there is really a battery i.e. in infant ). To be sure of the position is important because this changes the management (endoscopic, medical, surgical).
This patient's battery was endoscopically removed.
Unable to process the form. Check for errors and try again.