Sixteen adult patients who ingested caustic substances were seen from 1977-1984. All patiensts underwent endoscopy to determine the site & severity of burns. Ten ingestions were intentional, morbidity & mortality were high among this group. 10 refs.
Sixteen adult patients who ingested caustic substances were seen from 1977-1984. All patiensts underwent endoscopy to determine the site & severity of burns. Ten ingestions were intentional, morbidity & mortality were high among this group. 10 refs.