Cardiac abnormalities demonstrated postmortem in four cases of accidental electrocution and their potential significance relative to nonfatal electrical injuries of the heart
elec. inj.
By:
James TN, Riddick L, Embry JH
Published in: Am Heart J 1990; 120 (1): 143-157
Patients
Endpoint
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burns
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current marks/necrosis
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unconsciousness
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death
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cardiovascular effects:
contraction band necrosis, rupture of heart fibers
Exposure
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electric injuries/electrocution,
touch current,
50/60 Hz,
low voltage,
high voltage ≥ 1 kV AC,
occupational
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power transmission line,
inhouse wiring,
other domestic appliance
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current entry and exit points:
not specified