During the Christmas period a number of patients are admitted to the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (CHBAH) Hand Unit with explosive injuries to their hands caused by firecrackers. South African legislation restricts the sale and use of fireworks to adults, with a limitation being placed on the size of explosive and type of commercial outlet. Despite this an inordinate amount of explosive hand injuries are admitted over the festive season. To evaluate the epidemiological pattern of firecracker injuries to the hand during the Christmas festive period and assess contributing factors. Comparison to a previous study in 2008 will also be evaluated.Introduction:
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