Utilization of a handheld metal detector protocol to reduce radiation exposure in pediatric patients with esophageal COINS

The primary objective of this study is to assess the utility of a handheld metal detector for identification and surveillance of patients with known esophageal coin ingestion to reduce repeat x-rays and associated radiation exposure.

Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - June 27, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Abdullah Aljasser, Charles A. Elmaraghy, Kris R. Jatana Source Type: research