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Electrical injuries: a 30-year review.

J Rai1, M G Jeschke, R E Barrow

  • 1Shriners Hospital for Children and Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston 77550, USA.

The Journal of Trauma
|May 25, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Electrical burn injuries in children remain a significant concern. While low-voltage incidents are decreasing, high-voltage electrical burns, particularly in adolescent males, continue to present serious complications requiring extensive treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Traumatology
  • Burn Surgery
  • Electrical Injury Medicine

Background:

  • Electrical injuries represent a persistent global health challenge.
  • This study investigates trends in pediatric electrical injuries over three decades.
  • It identifies common complications and at-risk populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze changes in electrical injury patterns over 30 years.
  • To identify specific complications associated with electrical burns.
  • To determine high-risk groups for severe electrical injuries.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 185 pediatric patients with electrical burns from 1967-1997.
  • Analysis of injury mechanisms (low vs. high voltage) and patient demographics.

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  • Documentation of burn severity, treatment interventions, and outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • High-voltage injuries increased in the latter decade (57% vs. 43% low-voltage).
    • Oral commissure burns were noted in 17 children treated conservatively.
    • High-voltage burns predominantly affected adolescent males, with high rates of amputation, deep muscle injury, and surgical interventions.

    Conclusions:

    • Low-voltage electrical burn incidence is declining.
    • High-voltage electrical injuries remain a significant problem, especially in adolescent males.
    • Effective preventative strategies are crucial for this demographic.