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Ocular burn from microwaved egg

P C Shukla1

  • 1University of Mississippi Medical Center, Division of Emergency Medicine, Jackson 39216-4505.

Pediatric Emergency Care
|August 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary
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Microwave oven egg explosions can cause severe eye burns. This report details the first documented case of such an injury in a pediatric patient, highlighting a rare but serious risk.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Consumer Product Safety

Background:

  • Microwave ovens are common kitchen appliances.
  • Improper preparation of eggs in microwaves can lead to thermal injuries.
  • Manufacturer guidelines advise against microwaving eggs in the shell.

Observation:

  • A pediatric patient sustained an ocular burn.
  • The injury resulted from an exploding microwaved egg.
  • This represents the first reported pediatric case in English medical literature.

Findings:

  • Ocular thermal injuries from microwaved eggs are rare.
  • Eight adult cases have been previously documented.
  • Failure to follow safety instructions (removing shell, piercing yolk) increases burn risk.

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Implications:

  • Highlights a unique and severe risk associated with microwave egg preparation in children.
  • Underscores the importance of adhering to manufacturer safety guidelines for microwave use.
  • Emphasizes the need for increased awareness among caregivers regarding potential hazards of microwaving eggs.