Death from electrical arc flash burns. A report of 2 cases elec. inj.

Patients

• 2 adults, South Africa

Endpoint

• burns
• fractures/ruptures
• neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)
• death
• cardiovascular effects: aorta rupture

Exposure

• electric injuries/electrocution, touch current, 50/60 Hz, high voltage ≥ 1 kV AC, occupational
• power transmission line
• current entry and exit points: not specified