Neurologic consequences of electrical burns elec. inj.

Patients

• 90 adults in USA

Endpoints

• burns
• muscle paralysis
• fractures/ruptures
• seizures
• unconsciousness
• neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)
• death
• long-term consequences (> 1 year): amputation, neurological sequels

Exposure

• electrical injury, contact current, 50/60 Hz (AC), low voltage, high voltage ≥ 1 kV, occupational exposure
• power transmission line, inhouse wiring
• current entry and exit points: specified