J Korean Radiol Soc.
1994 Jun;30(6):1061-1062.
Acute Respiratory Failure Caused by Aspiration of High Density Barium: A Case Report
Abstract
- Accidental aspiration of barium contrast medium during the upper gastrointestinal study can occur in patients with swallowing disorder, especially in the elderly patients. We experienced a case of respiratory failure followed by death within a few hours in a 85 year-old patient after barium aspiration.
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