Electrical burns; pathophysiology and complications elec. inj.

Patients

• 9 adults, Canada

Endpoint

• burns
• unconsciousness
• neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)
• long-term consequences (> 1 year): amputation

Exposure

• electric injuries/electrocution, touch current, 50/60 Hz, low voltage < 1 kV AC, high voltage ≥ 1 kV AC, occupational
• power transmission line
• current entry and exit points: specified