Honey: A saviour in case your kid swallows button batteries

<p>Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 13 (ANI): It is very common that infants and children swallow button batteries which lead to caustic esophageal injuries.</p><p>In such cases, honey or Carafate (a cherry-flavoured duodenal ulcer prescription), can help reduce the esophageal damage, a new study by Kris Jatana of Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, and colleagues has claimed.</p><p>In experiments conducted on cadavers and live animals, both honey and Carafate provided a physical barrier and neutralised the tissue pH increase associated with battery ingestion; they both reduced injury severity compared with other common household liquids, including apple juice, orange juice, sodas, sports drinks, and maple syrup.</p><p>"An esophageal button battery can quickly cause significant injury. We have identified protective interventions for both the household and hospital setting that can reduce injury severity," said co-principal investigator Jatana.</p><p>"Our results will change the practice guidelines for how medical professionals acutely manage button battery ingestion", concluded Jatana.</p><p>The study appears in the journal Laryngoscope. (ANI)</p><br/><center><em><p>This story has not been edited. It has been published as provided by ANI</p></em></center>

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