What is electrocution?

By James Swartz|2018-07-04T21:42:31-04:00July 4, 2018|

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Electrocution, which can lead to death, is caused by any type of electric shock due to exposure to high voltage electricity. Small currents (70 mA – 700 mA) may cause fibrillation in the heart, which can be reversed with a defibrillator. Large currents (> 1 A) may cause permanent damage via burns, and cellular damage.

Factors that determine the extent and severity of an electrocution injury include:

Amount of voltage encountered
Duration of contact with current
Pathway of electricity through the body
Type of circuit
Type of current

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