How to handle electric shock burns on the palm?

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Hello Doctor. She was electrocuted directly at the ends of the wire in the palm of her right hand, creating a small wound in the palm of her hand. I was jerked for a few seconds and then fell out. I researched online and found that it may be necrosis due to electric burns. So how to handle electric shock burns on the palm? Thank you doctor.
Nguyen Van Tuan (1997)
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Answered by Master, Doctor Phan Ngoc Toan - Emergency Resuscitation Department, Vinmec Danang International Hospital.
Hello,
With the question "How to handle electric shock burns on the palm?", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Local damage caused by electric shock depends on: Type of electric current (1 direct or alternating current), amperage, contact time, anatomical structure in situ,...
With the information you mentioned that the contact time is only a few seconds, a small wound on the palm of the hand will be less likely to occur. the possibility of developing into a necrotic lesion.However, for an accurate assessment, you need to go to a medical facility for a wound examination and appropriate treatment indication. electric shock burns on the palm, you can go to the hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Best regards!