A 37-month-old girl from Tien Giang Province, southern Vietnam required hospitalization after she swallowed a button battery from an electronic toy. 

Dr. Huynh Van Hon from Cai Lay Regional General Hospital confirmed on Saturday that they successfully treated the baby, noting that their timely intervention prevented any serious complications.

The child, identified as P.H.M.A., was playing alone when the battery dislodged from her toy.

Upon discovering the missing battery and realizing the child had swallowed it, her family rushed her to the hospital’s emergency department.

Dr. Hon reported that the girl was alert and stable upon admission.

After one day of intensive treatment, the battery was successfully removed, and follow-up exams confirmed the child’s full recovery. 

She experienced no nausea, abdominal pain, or eating difficulties and was cleared to go home after an additional X-ray confirmed her safety.

Dr. Hon emphasized the importance of preventative measures to avoid similar accidents.

He advised parents to keep small, easily swallowed items such as seeds, nuts, and detachable toy parts out of children’s reach.

They should select toys that are safe and suitable for the child’s age, avoiding items with removable or loose parts.

Parents need to monitor their kids during play and mealtimes, ensuring they do not talk, run, or jump while eating.

The doctor also underlined the need to regularly inspect devices with button batteries and store them securely to prevent access by children.

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