Lightning injury: a review.
review · Level V
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 18395987.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.burns.2007.11.006.
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Abstract
Lightning is an uncommon but potentially devastating cause of injury in patients presenting to burn centers. These injuries feature unusual symptoms, high mortality, and significant long-term morbidity. This paper will review the epidemiology, physics, clinical presentation, management principles, and prevention of lightning injuries.
Medical subject headings
- Lightning Injuries