Factors contributing to delayed extremity amputation in burn patients
elec. inj.
By:
Yowler CJ, Mozingo DW, Ryan JB, Pruitt Jr BA
Published in: J Trauma 1998; 45 (3): 522-526
Patients
Endpoint
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burns
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current marks/necrosis
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neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)
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death
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long-term consequences (> 1 year):
amputation
Exposure
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electric injuries/electrocution,
touch current,
high voltage (not specified)
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current entry and exit points:
not specified