Augmented reality game-related injury

BMJ Case Rep. 2018 Nov 28;11(1):e224012. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2017-224012.

Abstract

There are an increasing number of injuries associated with ambulatory mobile phone use. Pokémon Go is one of the first widely used mobile phone augmented reality games and generated substantial media interest. We present a case of electrical burns in a Pokémon Go player and review literature on ambulatory mobile phone injuries.

Keywords: accidents, injuries; plastic and reconstructive surgery; public health.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Burns, Electric / etiology*
  • Cell Phone Use / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Video Games / adverse effects*
  • Virtual Reality