| Literature DB >> 15896505 |
E N George1, K Schur, M Muller, S Mills, Tim La H Brown.
Abstract
High voltage electrical injuries in children are rare. They produce severe internal damage to limbs resulting in a high incidence of amputation. Early, aggressive serial debridement ensures adequate removal of dead tissue. Flap coverage to defects is necessary. Secondary surgery is common, and delayed sequelae such as tendon rupture should be expected.Entities:
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Year: 2005 PMID: 15896505 DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2004.10.018
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Burns ISSN: 0305-4179 Impact factor: 2.744