Accidental Ingestion of Foreign Bodies
Causes, Symptoms & Emergency Surgical Management
24×7 Emergency Care in Thane – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Is Accidental Ingestion?
Accidental ingestion occurs when a non-food object is swallowed unintentionally.
This is a medical emergency, especially in children, elderly patients, and individuals with neurological disorders.
Objects may get stuck in the food pipe, stomach, or intestines, leading to serious complications.
Commonly Ingested Foreign Bodies
✔ Coins
✔ Button batteries
✔ Fish bones
✔ Dentures
✔ Pins & needles
✔ Small toys
✔ Magnets
Who Is at Higher Risk?
✔ Children below 5 years
✔ Elderly patients with dentures
✔ Alcohol-intoxicated individuals
✔ Psychiatric patients
✔ Patients with swallowing disorders
Symptoms of Foreign Body Ingestion
✔ Difficulty in swallowing
✔ Drooling
✔ Chest or throat pain
✔ Vomiting
✔ Abdominal pain
✔ Coughing or choking
Emergency Warning Signs
✔ Severe chest pain
✔ Breathing difficulty
✔ Persistent vomiting
✔ Blood in vomit or stools
✔ Severe abdominal pain
➡ Immediate hospital visit is mandatory
Diagnostic Evaluation
✔ X-ray (neck, chest, abdomen)
✔ CT scan (if object not visible on X-ray)
✔ Endoscopy
✔ Blood investigations
Treatment Options
Observation (Selected Cases)
✔ Small, smooth objects
✔ No symptoms
✔ Regular monitoring with imaging
Endoscopic Removal
✔ Objects stuck in food pipe or stomach
✔ Button batteries
✔ Sharp objects
✔ Multiple magnets
Surgical Intervention
✔ Intestinal obstruction
✔ Bowel perforation
✔ Failed endoscopic removal
Complications If Untreated
✔ Esophageal perforation
✔ Intestinal obstruction
✔ Infection & sepsis
✔ Internal bleeding
✔ Life-threatening emergencies
Prevention Tips
✔ Keep small objects away from children
✔ Avoid talking or laughing while eating
✔ Remove loose dentures during sleep
✔ Supervise children during play
Advanced Emergency & Surgical Care in Thane
✔ 24×7 emergency services
✔ Emergency endoscopy availability
✔ Laparoscopic & open surgery expertise
✔ Multidisciplinary care team
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Expertise in gastrointestinal emergencies
✔ Prompt diagnosis & intervention
✔ Advanced endoscopic & surgical skills
✔ Trusted surgeon in Thane
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