Bundesgesundheitsblatt, Gesundheitsforschung, Gesundheitsschutz
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Bundesgesundheitsblatt Gesundheitsforschung Gesundheitsschutz · Nov 2019
Review[Health damages after ingestion of button batteries in childhood].
Exposure of children under 5 years to button batteries may result in severe corrosive injury, especially when they get stuck in the oesophagus. The injury is caused by the discharge current of the batteries. An increasing number of button battery ingestions have been described worldwide. ⋯ Serious complications and even death after button battery ingestion are described in Germany. Button batteries impacted in the oesophagus should be removed emergently to minimize corrosive injury. Because no symptoms or only slight discomfort are developed initially, awareness of button batteries as a unique corrosive hazard among the public and clinicians is an important requirement for prompt diagnosis and treatment resulting in a satisfactory outcome.
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Bundesgesundheitsblatt Gesundheitsforschung Gesundheitsschutz · Nov 2019
Review[Carbon monoxide-an underestimated risk? Awareness, perception, knowledge, and prevention activities].
Every year, hospitals in Germany treat roughly 450,000 people in the aftermath of poisoning incidents. To reduce the number of poisoning accidents, it is essential to inform the public about poisoning risks and the possibilities for prevention. ⋯ The results offer first insights into the target groups and possible dissemination paths for future risk communication activities.