Foreign body ingestions in pediatric patients: management in the emergency department.

Authors

Amber M Hathcock

Published in

Pediatric emergency medicine practice. Volume 23. Issue 9. Pages 1-20. Epub Sep 01, 2026.

Abstract

Foreign body ingestions are a common occurrence in the pediatric population, particularly in young children. Early recognition of high-risk foreign body ingestion and prompt management are paramount to prevent morbidity and mortality. This review provides a systematic approach to the evaluation and management of foreign body ingestions in pediatric patients, with clinical pathways to guide management of various foreign body ingestions. Also discussed are recommendations for caregiver education and measures to improve prevention of foreign body ingestion.

PMID:
42627755
Bibliographic data and abstract were imported from PubMed on 22 Aug 2026.

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