Multiple magnetic foreign bodies causing complex intestinal fistula

2020 
Abstract Foreign body ingestion is a common occurrence in young children. Majority are associated with low morbidity [1]. The magnetic foreign body ingestion related injuries have increased in last decade. These are associated with significant morbidity [2]. We describe a case of one such multiple small magnets ingestion resulting in formation of complex fistula between stomach and two loops of small intestine. Child had to undergo laparotomy.
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