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. 2024 Sep 10;5(4):480-482.
doi: 10.1002/jpr3.12123. eCollection 2024 Nov.

Kinetic sand! A tale of sandy times

Kanya Ahuja  1   2 , Umer Muhammad  1 , Kaweeta Ahuja  1 , Ramanathapura Haricharan  1 , Pratikkumar Patel  1   2
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Kinetic sand! A tale of sandy times

Kanya Ahuja et al. JPGN Rep. .

Abstract

Kinetic magnetic sand, composed of ultra-fine sand and dimethicone in a 98%-2% ratio, is a versatile sensory toy known for its moldable properties and structural stability (1). Despite the name, it lacks actual magnetic features. Ingesting kinetic sand can pose risks, including choking and gastrointestinal issues, especially in young children. This case report details a unique incident involving a 3-year-old who ingested a significant amount of kinetic sand. Although the sand's ingredients are generally hypoallergenic and nontoxic, its grainy texture presented challenges for retrieval. The patient was closely monitored, and ultimately, the sand passed without complications. While no official guidelines exist for managing such cases, individual assessments, considering factors such as ingestion time, symptoms, and age, are crucial for determining the appropriate course of action, which may range from observation to more invasive procedures like endoscopy or surgery.

Keywords: foreign body ingestion; kinetic sand ingestion; magic sand; magnetic sand ingestion.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest. All co‐authors have seen and agree with the contents of the manuscript and there is no financial interest to report. We certify that the submission is original work and is not under review at any other publication.

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Figure 1
Hyperdense material in the region of the stomach.
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Figure 2
No evidence of hyperdense foreign body, bowel obstruction, or free air.
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Figure 3
Kinetic sand, a fun sensory toy.
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