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Grill Brush Bristle Injuries Continue to Rise

Most patients were treated and released, with the oropharynx the most common injury site

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    Estimated 3,739 wire bristle injuries (2015-2023).

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    229% increase since 2006-

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    Majority of injuries in ages 19-

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    Oropharynx: most common injury site (40%).

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    71% treated and released, 24% required hospital admission.

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    No fatalities reported.

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    Awareness has not reduced incidences despite increased reporting.

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    Research limitations include small sample size and incomplete data.

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Grill Brush Bristle Injuries Continue to Rise

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • April 10, 2026

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