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===Radiography===
===Radiography===
*'''Plain survey radiographs''' of the abdomen may reveal a radiopaque object or mass within the abdomen.
*'''Plain survey radiographs''' of the abdomen may reveal a radiopaque object or mass within the abdomen.
*'''Contrast radiography''' in the form of a gasrtrointestinal barium contrast study may be indicated if plain radiographs are unremarkable.
*'''Contrast radiography''' in the form of a gastrointestinal barium contrast study may be indicated if plain radiographs are unremarkable.
===Endoscopy===
===Endoscopy===
May be indicated if the plain radiographs are unremarkable. The most effective means of obtaining a definitive diagnosis.
May be indicated if the plain radiographs are unremarkable. A very effective means of obtaining a definitive diagnosis.
==Treatment==
==Treatment==
Small foreign object may be allowed to pass through the gastrointestinal tract if they are very unlikely to damage. However, it is advisable to remove most.
*Medical
**Induce vomiting with apomorphine or hydrogen peroxide in the dog or xylazine in the cat.
==Prognosis==
==Prognosis==
==References==
==References==