Electrical burn injuries of workers using portable aluminium ladders near overhead power lines
elec. inj.
By:
Moghtader JC, Himel HN, Demun EM, Bellian KT, Edlich RF
Published in: Burns 1993; 19 (5): 441-443
Patients
Endpoint
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burns
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current marks/necrosis
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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,
occupational
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power transmission line
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current entry and exit points:
specified