Four limb amputations due to electrical burn caused by TV antenna contact with overhead electric cables.
A 22-year-old man who sustained four limb amputations due to an electrical burn caused by contact of a TV receiver antenna with overhead electric cables is presented. The indications for limb amputation and the necessary preventive measures for such injuries are discussed.
Celiköz
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Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Ankara, Turkey.
Sengezer
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M
Selmanpakoğlu
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N
D000328:Adult; D000671:Amputation, Surgical / Q000379:methods; D001132:Arm; D001186:Artificial Limbs; D002058:Burns, Electric / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg; D008297:Male; D009336:Necrosis