What should I do if there is a foreign body in my stomach? First Aid Measures and Prevention Guide
Recently, among the hotly discussed medical and health topics on the Internet, incidents of "accidental swallowing of foreign objects" have occurred frequently, especially among children and the elderly. This article will combine hot cases and medical advice in the past 10 days to provide you with structured solutions.
1. Common types and risk levels of foreign bodies in the stomach
| Foreign body type | Proportion | degree of danger | High-risk groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| fish bones/bones | 32% | ★★★ | adult |
| coins/buttons | 28% | ★★ | Children 1-3 years old |
| Date stone/fruit stone | 18% | ★ | elderly |
| toy parts | 12% | ★★★ | preschool children |
| Dentures/braces | 10% | ★★ | People over 60 years old |
2. Three-step method for emergency treatment
1.Assess symptoms: Stop eating and drinking immediately and observe whether critical symptoms such as chest pain, vomiting blood, or difficulty breathing occur.
2.Wrong method warning:
| folk remedies | medical risks |
|---|---|
| Swallow rice balls | May cause esophageal perforation |
| Drink vinegar to soften | Ineffective against sharp objects and irritating gastric mucosa |
| induce vomiting | Easy to cause secondary damage |
3.Professional disposal advice:
• If you seek medical treatment within 6 hours, gastroscopy removal will be given priority
• CT examination is required for positioning after more than 24 hours
• Special cases require surgery (about 5%)
3. Latest Medical Technology Progress
According to the latest report in the "Chinese Journal of Digestive Endoscopy":
| Technical name | success rate | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Dual channel gastroscopy | 92.7% | Multiple foreign bodies incarcerated |
| Magnetic capsule robot | 88.3% | Small metal foreign objects |
| Endoscopic ultrasound guidance | 95.1% | Deep tissue foreign body |
4. Big data on preventive measures
Analysis of 2,000 cases in 2023 shows:
| Precautions | effectiveness | Difficulty of implementation |
|---|---|---|
| Remove bones and spines from food | Reduce risk by 47% | ★ |
| Storage and management of small items | Reduce accidents by 82% | ★★ |
| focus while eating | Avoid swallowing 61% | ★★★ |
| Regular denture check-ups | Prevents shedding by 93% | ★ |
5. Analysis of hot cases
1.Hangzhou Children's Hospital Case(2023.11.15): A 3-year-old boy accidentally swallowed magnetic beads and was removed by emergency gastroscopy. Parents are reminded that magnetic toys need to be strictly supervised.
2.Beijing Chaoyang Hospital Incident(2023.11.18): The elderly accidentally swallowed denture brackets, causing intestinal perforation, emphasizing the importance of regular oral examinations.
6. Expert advice
Director Wang of the Gastroenterology Department of Peking Union Medical College Hospital pointed out:
"80% of foreign bodies in the stomach can be expelled through conservative observation, but if symptoms such as persistent abdominal pain, fever, or blood in the stool occur, emergency treatment must be given within 2 hours. It is recommended that families have emergency hospital contact information."
7. Precautions during the recovery period
• Liquid diet within 24 hours
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 3 days
• Review every week until the foreign body is confirmed to be eliminated
• Be alert for delayed complications (e.g. mucosal ulcers)
Through scientific response and effective prevention, the vast majority of foreign body incidents in the stomach can be properly resolved. In case of emergency, please dial 120 immediately or go to the emergency department of the nearest hospital.
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