Thermal Blast Injury in Child: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 2
Abstract
Thermal Blast Injuries due to explosion of a batteries are rare and life threatening. This low voltage batteries are not free from danger as they can be easily accessed by children. If mishandled, it can lead to serious adversities butcan be prevented by proper education and counseling of the parents and children.A exceptionally rare and peculiar mode of Thermal Blast injury in a child as a result of battery explosion is reported here. This case report emphasizes the need for education to parents in handling low voltage batteries
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Dr. Vijay Baburao Sonawane
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