Surgical management of pediatric multiple magnet ingestions in the past two decades of minimal access surgery- systematic review of operative approaches.

Surgical management of multiple magnet ingestion often achieved uncomplicated recovery and no long-term sequelae. Whilst open laparotomy was the more common approach, laparoscopic surgery was associated with reduced length of stay and postoperative complications. Therefore, in experienced hands, laparoscopic surgery should be considered first-line, with the possibility of conversion to open if required.