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R F Lyona1, J C Kelly1, C G Murphy1
1Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, UCHG, Galway Universtiy Hospitals, Galway.
Abstract:
The selfie phenomenon has exploded worldwide over the past two years. Selfies have been linked to a large number of mortalities and significant morbidity worldwide. However, trauma associated with selfies including fractures, is rarely publicised. Here we present a case series of upper extremity trauma secondary to selfies across all age groups during the summer period. Four cases of distal radius and ulna trauma in all age groups were reported. This case series highlights the dangers associated with taking selfies and the trauma that can result.
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