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HID : Accidents, Injuries and Poisonings : Electrical and Lightning Accidents

Topic: Electrical and Lightning Accidents

Description

The human body conducts electricity. If any part of the body receives an electric shock, the electricity will flow through the tissues with little obstruction. Depending on the length and severity of the shock, injuries can include:

* Burns to the skin

* Burns to internal tissues

* Electrical interference and/or damage to the heart, which could cause the heart to stop or beat erratically.

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Last updated: 5th March, 2008
Review Date: 19th January, 2008

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