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Israeli Hospital Treats Two Life-Threatening Cases of Children Swallowing Hazardous Objects

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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 3 hours ago

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Two children in Israel faced life-threatening injuries after swallowing hazardous objects: a button battery and multiple magnets. Both were treated successfully at Emek Medical Center, highlighting the dangers of such items and the need for urgent medical care.

01A 4-year-old swallowed a button battery causing esophageal chemical burns, requiring emergency removal.
02A 5-year-old ingested 16 magnets, causing multiple intestinal perforations and complex surgery.
03Prompt hospital visits were crucial in both cases to prevent fatal outcomes.
04Button batteries can cause severe damage within two hours, including esophageal holes and infections.
05Magnets can attract through intestines, causing tissue death and perforations, potentially fatal if untreated.
06Doctors advise parents to secure batteries and keep magnets away from children, especially during holidays.

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