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Esophageal Perforation following Accidental Ingestion of a Razor Blade.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Ingestion of sharp foreign bodies is uncommon and often underreported. It can present with esophageal perforation which is a life-threatening complication requiring prompt diagnosis and management. Case Presentation. We report a case of accidental ingestion of a razor blade in a chronic alcoholic who presented with hematemesis after an esophageal perforation, the diagnosis of which was confirmed by radiology.

Conclusion

Early recognition of esophageal perforation is crucial for early intervention. Proper history taking and radiological investigations are a key to reaching a diagnosis.

SUBMITTER: Shrestha S

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8947916 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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Esophageal Perforation following Accidental Ingestion of a Razor Blade.

Shrestha Suraj S Sapkota Ranjan R Bhatta Suraj S Kharel Sanjeev S Shrestha Bibek Man BM Sharma Aakriti A

Case reports in surgery 20220317

<h4>Background</h4>Ingestion of sharp foreign bodies is uncommon and often underreported. It can present with esophageal perforation which is a life-threatening complication requiring prompt diagnosis and management. <i>Case Presentation.</i> We report a case of accidental ingestion of a razor blade in a chronic alcoholic who presented with hematemesis after an esophageal perforation, the diagnosis of which was confirmed by radiology.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Early recognition of esophageal perforation ...[more]

PMID: 35341077

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Esophageal Perforation following Accidental Ingestion of a Razor Blade.

Background

Conclusion

Publications

Esophageal Perforation following Accidental Ingestion of a Razor Blade.

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