Nature and determinants of skin “burns” after transthoracic cardioversion

In conclusion, transthoracic DSW shocks cause first degree skin burns, which are related to the shock energy used.

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Published in:The American journal of cardiology 1997-03, Vol.79 (5), p.689-691
Main Authors: Pagan-Carlo, Luis A., Stone, Mary Seabury, Kerber, Richard E.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Biopsy
Burns
Burns, Electric - etiology
Burns, Electric - pathology
Dermatitis - etiology
Dermatitis - pathology
Diseases of the cardiovascular system
Electric Countershock - adverse effects
Electric Countershock - instrumentation
Electric Countershock - methods
Electric Impedance
Electricity
Electrodes - adverse effects
Epidermis - injuries
Epidermis - pathology
Female
Heart
Humans
Male
Medical procedures
Medical research
Medical sciences
Necrosis
Radiotherapy. Instrumental treatment. Physiotherapy. Reeducation. Rehabilitation, orthophony, crenotherapy. Diet therapy and various other treatments (general aspects)
Retrospective Studies
Skin
Skin - injuries
Skin - pathology
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Summary:In conclusion, transthoracic DSW shocks cause first degree skin burns, which are related to the shock energy used.
ISSN:0002-9149
1879-1913
DOI:10.1016/S0002-9149(96)00845-4