Presenting rhythm in sudden deaths temporally proximate to discharge of TASER conducted electrical weapons
elec. inj.
By:
Swerdlow CD, Fishbein MC, Chaman L, Lakkireddy DR, Tchou P
Published in: Acad Emerg Med 2009; 16 (8): 726-739
Patients
Endpoint
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unconsciousness
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death
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cardiovascular effects:
arrhythmia,
cardiac failure
Exposure
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electric injuries/electrocution,
touch current,
high voltage ≥ 1 kV AC
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electroshock weapon/TASER
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current entry and exit points:
not specified
