- Original Article
- Endoscopic Removal of Foreign Bodies in Upper GI Tract in Children
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Hae Jung Han, Sang Gil An, Yong Min Chung, Hee Sup Kim, Hann Tchah, Ho Jin Park
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Clin Exp Pediatr. 1997;40(11):1552-1558. Published online November 15, 1997
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Purpose : The foreing bodies in the upper GI tract are chiefly caused by accidental
swallowing and rarely provoke symptoms. It is recommended to remove the foreign
bodies if they produce symptoms or remain in GI tract for long duration or complications
are expected to bring about.
Nowadays the development of pediatric therapeutic endoscopy enables the removal of
the foreign bodies in upper GI tract... |
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