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Low voltage electrical injury tends to produce local tissue necrosis. Usually, this manifests as contact surface burns. However, alternating current may cause spasm and tetany of muscles; if a source of electricity is gripped by hand, this can prevent release and so worsens injury.

Low voltage electrical injury can cause cardiac arrest.


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