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Imaging characteristics of gastrointestinal foreign bodies in children and analysis of risk factors associated with the severity of complications

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  • Hongzhi Du

  • Liling Shi

  • June 15, 2026

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    Magnetic beads are the most common gastrointestinal foreign bodies in children, accounting for 54.9% of cases in the study.

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    Complications occurred in 70.4% of patients, with perforation and obstruction being the most frequent issues.

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    Ultrasound effectively detects radiolucent foreign bodies, while plain radiography is less reliable for such cases.

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    Independent risk factors for complications include sharp/corrosive foreign bodies, retention time >24 hours, and symptomatic presentation.

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    Surgical intervention was required in 69.0% of cases, highlighting the need for timely diagnosis and treatment.

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Imaging characteristics of gastrointestinal foreign bodies in children and analysis of risk factors associated with the severity of complications

  • by Hongzhi Du, Liling Shi

  • June 15, 2026

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