Case Report

Lightning Injuries

Authors: DARREN WHITCOMB MD, JORGE A. MARTINEZ MD, JD, DAYTON DABERKOW MD

Abstract

&NA; Lightning strikes may cause a constellation of injuries. Blunt head trauma, neurologic injury, and cardiac injury are common in these patients. In contrast to high‐voltage electrocutions, blunt trauma after a lightning strike is common. Thorough evaluation of all organ systems is crucial. This report discusses mechanism of injury and describes initial evaluation and treatment of lightning strike victims.

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