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Ingested Coins in the Esophagus May Pass Spontaneously Without Complications

17th Sep 2005, 21:11 GMT

A randomized trial suggested that observation for 8 to 16 hours is reasonable, particularly among older children and those with distally located coins. (CME) Medscape Medical News Gary Vogin,Laurie Barclay,Penny Murata