The Clinical Takeaway: Why Button Batteries are Scary and Sometimes Deadly

In this episode:

– Presenting features are often vague and misleading which is why it is scary
– Life threatening negative sequelae can occur even weeks after removal
– What to do and where to refer when you suspect ingestion

Host: Dr David Lim, GP  |  Guest: Dr Ruth Barker,  |  Total time: 50 mins

Watch Dr Ruth Barker’s full video lecture below on Button Batteries – Landmines in the Loungeroom

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