(Македонско лекарско друштво = Macedonian medical association, 2025-04)
Siljanovski, Hristijan
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Foreign body ingestion is a common pediatric emergency, often occurring in children between
the ages of 6 months and 6 years. This can result in a wide variety of clinical presentations, with
approximately 50% of affected children remaining asymptomatic. Early diagnosis and intervention
are crucial to prevent complications. Coins are the most frequently ingested objects, followed by
toys, batteries, bones, and other small items. Radiological imaging, particularly radiography, is an
essential diagnostic tool to locate the ingested object and determine the appropriate
management approach.
