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Pediatric Magnet Ingestion Remains A Significant Cause of Morbidity Despite Increasing Regulations Worldwide

Khader, Javeria;
De Loizaga, Elena;
Johns, Alexandra;
Wieck, Minna

Pediatrics (2023)

Pediatric magnet ingestion can lead to devastating consequences, such as bowel obstruction, ischemia, intestinal erosion, and intestinal fistulas. This study sets out to investigate and compare the global incidence of pediatric magnet ingestion and corresponding national policies.

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