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Review
. 1994 Nov;37(5):843-7.
doi: 10.1097/00005373-199411000-00023.

Transanal intestinal evisceration following suction from an uncovered swimming pool drain: case report

C S Hultman  1 , R Morgan
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Review

Transanal intestinal evisceration following suction from an uncovered swimming pool drain: case report

C S Hultman et al. J Trauma. 1994 Nov.

Abstract

Transanal suction from a swimming pool drain can result in intestinal evisceration. We report the eighth such case, followed by a literature review, description of the mechanism, and management guidelines. This bizarre injury, which has devastating consequences for the children involved, is completely preventable by installation of semi-permanent, anti-vortex grates.

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