Title of article
Myocardial infarction due to lightning strike
Author/Authors
Karadas, Sevdegul Yuzuncu Yil University - School of Medical - Department of Emergency Medicine, Turkey , Vuruskan, Ertan Dr Arsin Arslan State Hospital - Cardiology Clinic, Turkey , Dursun, Recep Van Training and Research Hospital - Emergency Services, Turkey , Sincer, Isa Dr Arsin Arslan State Hospital - Cardiology Clinic, Turkey , Gonullu, Hayriye Yuzuncu Yil University - School of Medical - Department of Emergency Medicine, Turkey , Akkaya, Emre Dr Arsin Arslan State Hospital - Cardiology Clinic, Turkey
From page
1186
To page
1188
Abstract
Cardiac events due to lightning strike and their severity vary according to the strength of the electric current and the duration of exposure. The electrophysiological effects of lightning on the heart can result in ventricular fibrillation, asystole, QT prolongation, supraventricular tachycardia, and non-specific ST-T wave changes. In this report, a case of a patient who suffered myocardial infarction due to lightning strike is presented, which is a rare complication
Keywords
Myocardial infarction , Lightning strike.
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Record number
2652711
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