Delayed neurologic injury secondary to high-voltage current, with recovery
elec. inj.
By:
Christensen JA, Sherman RT, Balis GA, Wuamett JD
Published in: J Trauma 1980; 20 (2): 166-168
Patients
Endpoint
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burns
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current marks/necrosis
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muscle paralysis
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neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)
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long-term consequences (> 1 year):
amputation
Exposure
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electric injuries/electrocution,
touch current,
50/60 Hz,
high voltage ≥ 1 kV AC,
personal
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power transmission line
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current entry and exit points:
specified