| Literature DB >> 7877042 |
D T Wilcox1, H L Karamanoukian, P L Glick.
Abstract
Two girls accidentally swallowed their toothbrush while inducing emesis; both had bulimia. Early removal of the brush is advised to prevent complications. Endoscopic removal is the preferred method, but because of the toothbrush's geometric qualities, surgical retrieval is often required.Entities:
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Year: 1994 PMID: 7877042 DOI: 10.1016/0022-3468(94)90230-5
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Pediatr Surg ISSN: 0022-3468 Impact factor: 2.545