Delayed brain atrophy after electrical injury
elec. inj.
By:
Isao T, Masaki F, Riko N, Seiichi H
Published in: J Burn Care Rehabil 2005; 26 (5): 456-458
Patients
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One child (younger than 14 years), Japan
Endpoint
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burns
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seizures
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neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)
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long-term consequences (> 1 year):
neurological sequels
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:
stated incompletely