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The management of cylindrical battery ingestion in psychiatric settings

Broadmoor Hospital, Crowthorne, Berkshire RG45 7EG;

Damian Mohan, Lecturer/Honorary Senior Registrar in Forensic Psychiatry

University of Southampton and Broadmoor Hospital

^* Correspondence

Aim and method To describe physical sequelae of cylindrical battery ingestion and their management, by description of recent cases and literature review.

Results X-rays should be performed to determine the position and integrity of the battery. In the absence of abdominal symptoms, immediate surgical opinion may not be indicated.

Clinical implications Conservative management of battery swallowing is frequently possible.