An unusual case of impacted esophageal foreign body.
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چکیده
Incidental ingestion of foreign bodies in the pediatric age group is a recognized problem worldwide, however, it is unusual to have a neonate who presents with impacted esophageal foreign body. As such, this case is rare and considered a new form of child neglect.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Saudi medical journal
دوره 21 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000