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Neuropsychological and emotional consequences of accidental, high-voltage electrical shock elec. inj.

By: Daniel M, Haban GF, Hutcherson WL, Bolter J, Long C

Published in: Int J Clin Neuropsychol 1985; 7: 102-106

Journal partially peer-reviewed/peer-review process unclear

Patients

11 adults, United States

Endpoint

respiratory paralysis

unconsciousness

neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)

long-term consequences (> 1 year): neurological sequels

cardiovascular effects: cardiac failure

Exposure

electric injuries/electrocution, touch current, 50/60 Hz, low voltage, high voltage ≥ 1 kV AC, occupational

current entry and exit points: not specified