Lightning Injury: A Review

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.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2008
Accession Number
ADA627751

Entities

People

  • Amber E. Ritenour
  • David J. Barillo
  • John G. McManus
  • Leopoldo C. Cancio
  • Melinda J. Morton

Organizations

  • United States Army Institute of Surgical Research

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Brain
  • Cardiac Arrest
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders
  • Eye Diseases
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Wounds And Injuries

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

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