Oesophageal Coin Management — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateEmergency PaediatricsOesophageal Coin ManagementRACP Paediatrics

2-year-old: asymptomatic coin in oesophagus at cricopharyngeus on X-ray. Management?

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Correct answer: E — Urgent endoscopic removal within 24 hours

Oesophageal coins: remove within 24h. Distinguish from button batteries (double halo sign = emergency).

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024