The management of electrical burn
elec. inj.
By:
Gajbhiye AS, Meshram MM, Gajaralwar RS, Kathod AP
Published in: Indian J Surg 2013; 75 (4): 278-283
Patients
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98 adults and children (younger than 14 years), India
Endpoint
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burns
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current marks/necrosis
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unconsciousness
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neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)
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long-term consequences (> 1 year):
amputation
Exposure
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electric injuries/electrocution,
touch current,
50/60 Hz,
low voltage < 1 kV AC,
high voltage ≥ 1 kV AC,
occupational,
personal
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current entry and exit points:
not specified
