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A coin is loaded in the esophagus of an asymptomatic 3 year old female child. What is the treatment option in this child?

A

Immediate endoscopic removal

B

Wait for 48 hours

C

Endoscopic removal within 24 hours

D

Dislodge the coin to the stomach by inserting Ryle's tube

High-Yield Explanation

Coins can be observed for upto 24 hours hoping that it passes into stomach. If it still remains in esophagus endoscopic removal of coin is done.

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