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Ocular bungee cord injuries.

David A Hollander1, Anthony J Aldave

  • 1The Department of Ophthalmology, The University of California, San Francisco, Francis I. Proctor Foundation, San Francisco, California 94143-0944, USA.

Current Opinion in Ophthalmology
|May 16, 2002
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Bungee cords cause increasing eye injuries during recreation. Safety glasses and design changes are needed to prevent this preventable trauma.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Home and recreational settings are primary locations for bungee cord ocular trauma.
  • Bungee cord use is increasing with popularity of recreational sports.
  • Elastic recoil of bungee cords causes severe blunt and penetrating eye injuries.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the rising incidence of bungee cord-related ocular trauma.
  • To emphasize the need for preventative measures against bungee cord eye injuries.
  • To recommend solutions for reducing bungee cord-related eye injuries.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent trends in bungee cord ocular trauma.
  • Analysis of injury mechanisms associated with bungee cord use.
  • Assessment of current preventative strategies and their limitations.

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Main Results:

  • Ocular trauma from bungee cords is increasingly reported.
  • Recreational activities significantly contribute to bungee cord eye injuries.
  • Public adherence to safety glasses during recreational use is low.

Conclusions:

  • Bungee cord ocular injuries are a growing concern.
  • Enhanced consumer education on safe handling and protective eyewear is crucial.
  • Bungee cord manufacturers should consider design modifications to mitigate injury risks.