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Chinese kite string (manja) made from synthetic fibers causes severe injuries. This study highlights the dangers of these non-biodegradable strings, including fatal secondary impact injuries.

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Background:

  • Kite flying is a popular activity in India, with traditional cotton strings (manja) being replaced by synthetic alternatives.
  • Chinese manja, composed of non-biodegradable synthetic fibers, is cheaper, stronger, and harder to break than traditional manja.

Observation:

  • A surge in dangerous kite string-related injuries has been observed, affecting kite flyers, motorcyclists, and pedestrians.
  • Reported injuries range from minor lacerations to fatal throat injuries.
  • Secondary impact injuries from kite strings are rarely documented in medical literature.

Findings:

  • This case series presents four patients with kite string injuries, including one fatal case of secondary impact injury.
  • The study emphasizes that seemingly minor injuries can mask significant neck trauma.

Implications:

  • Emergency physicians must be aware of the potential for severe associated injuries, including secondary impact trauma, from kite string incidents.
  • Public health awareness campaigns are needed to address the risks associated with synthetic kite strings.