Aldridge K, Guzman KE, Machin Y, Fonarov I, Casadesus D. Atypical Dermal Findings in a Patient Following a Lightning Strike Injury.
Cureus 2023;
15:e49096. [PMID:
38125222 PMCID:
PMC10732266 DOI:
10.7759/cureus.49096]
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Abstract
Lightning is a common atmospheric occurrence. However, lightning strikes are not a frequent environmental cause of human injury. Survivors may present with Lichtenberg figures, a fern-like skin manifestation, and burns of varying severity. After a lightning strike, our patient demonstrated atypical cutaneous manifestations of large, ecchymotic discolorations on the medial upper extremities. After a comprehensive evaluation, the patient fully recovered and was discharged home without limitations. This case highlights lightning strike injury, including common findings, epidemiology, mechanisms, and prevention.
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