Pattern of high voltage electrical injuries in the Kashmir valley: a 10-year single centre experience
elec. inj.
By:
Kasana RA, Baba PU, Wani AH
Published in: Ann Burns Fire Disasters 2016; 29 (4): 259-263
Patients
Endpoint
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burns
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secondary renal failure
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eye injury (cateract)
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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
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myoglobinuria, compartment syndrome
Exposure
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lightning
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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:
stated incompletely
