Intentional Foreign Body Ingestion: A Complex Case of Pica
Joint Authors
Guinan, D.
Drvar, T.
Brubaker, D.
Ang-Rabanes, M.
Kupec, J.
Marshalek, P.
Source
Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
Issue
Vol. 2019, Issue 2019 (31 Dec. 2019), pp.1-3, 3 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2019-02-06
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
3
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Intentional ingestion of foreign objects, a form of self-injurious behavior, is rarely discussed in the medical literature but often requires extensive evaluation, management, and resources.
It can be especially problematic for gastroenterologists, who are often consulted for removal of the foreign body.
Pica is the psychiatric diagnosis for intentional ingestion of nonnutritive objects and is most commonly seen in prison inmates and those diagnosed with intellectual disability or psychiatric illness.
This case report presents a challenging case of pica, highlighting the complexity involved in diagnosis and the need for early psychiatric intervention.
It also aims to provide a general review of the literature and practical recommendations to assist with managing this form of self-injurious behavior in the inpatient setting.
Collaborative efforts among specialties in addition to primary prevention are vital to successful management of these patients.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Guinan, D.& Drvar, T.& Brubaker, D.& Ang-Rabanes, M.& Kupec, J.& Marshalek, P.. 2019. Intentional Foreign Body Ingestion: A Complex Case of Pica. Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine،Vol. 2019, no. 2019, pp.1-3.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Guinan, D.…[et al.]. Intentional Foreign Body Ingestion: A Complex Case of Pica. Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine No. 2019 (2019), pp.1-3.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Guinan, D.& Drvar, T.& Brubaker, D.& Ang-Rabanes, M.& Kupec, J.& Marshalek, P.. Intentional Foreign Body Ingestion: A Complex Case of Pica. Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine. 2019. Vol. 2019, no. 2019, pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1136259
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1136259