Citation

Lee WK, Barnett SM, Stead T, Banerjee PR, Ganti L. Cureus 2021; 13(1): e12662.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2021, Curēus)

DOI

10.7759/cureus.12662

PMID

33598370

Abstract

We present a rare case of corneal abrasion with mild eyelid epitheliopathy caused by a high-voltage electrical spark. The case includes emergency department evaluation and subsequent management at the burn center with ophthalmology. The prognosis, in this case, is good, however, the potential severity of high-voltage electrical injuries can be much worse. Prevention strategies for occupational electrical injuries are discussed with an emphasis on proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

Language: en

Keywords

corneal injury; electrical burn