Neuropsychological dysfunction in severe accidental electrical shock: Two case reports elec. inj.

Patients

• 2 adults, United States

Endpoint

• burns
• current marks/necrosis
• unconsciousness
• neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)
• long-term consequences (> 1 year): amputation, neurological sequels, muscle paralysis, hearing loss, visual deficits
• cardiovascular effects: arrhythmia

Exposure

• electric injuries/electrocution, touch current, 50/60 Hz, low voltage, high voltage ≥ 1 kV AC, occupational, personal
• power transmission line, inhouse wiring, other domestic appliance
• current entry and exit points: specified