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Telephone follow-ups were conducted with patients with electrical injuries at our hospital between 2011 and 2021, yielding the following results: Most electrical injuries occur in males (94.3%) and younger or middle-aged individuals. The most common voltages involved are 220 and 380 V. Since 2016, there has been a 20.1% annual decrease in electrical injuries, with most cases occurring from April to September. Patients typically undergo 1 surgical procedure (0.3), with a 14.8% amputation rate and an average hospital stay of 21 days (9.43). A total of 1.8% of patients with electrical injuries have died, 17.1% have permanent nerve damage, and 10.8% need help with daily tasks; 18.5% have psychological issues, and 9.6% have posttraumatic stress disorder; and 93.7% return-to-work in an average of 6 months (2.12). Amputation risk is influenced by voltage, muscle injury, and current pathway; skin grafting risk is mainly due to voltage. Heart injuries are affected by unconsciousness and current pathways; labor loss risk factors include voltage, falls from heights, and muscle injury; and nerve damage is linked to muscle injury. Cataract development risk is associated with electric shock to the head and neck. It is crucial to address the psychological well-being of patients and provide necessary support. Patient input should be taken into account when deciding on treatment for nonfunctional limbs. 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