Accidental injuries caused by brief high-voltage electrical discharges during thunderstorms. Cardiopulmonary arrest, coma and other neurologic symptoms, myocardial necrosis, and dermal burns are common. Prompt treatment of the acute sequelae, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is indicated for survival.

Synonyms: Stroke, Lightning Injury, Lightning Strokes, Lightning Lightning Strokes Lightning Stroke Lightning Injuries Injuries, Lightning Lightning Injury

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91; was see under ELECTRIC INJURIES 1989-90

91(89); was see under ELECTRIC INJURIES 1989-90

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D015168

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