Full Description
Forensic Pathology of Unexpected and Unexplained Deaths addresses one of the most complex challenges in forensic medicine—sudden, unexpected, and unexplained deaths. These cases present unique difficulties for forensic teams, requiring meticulous investigation and analysis.
This authoritative text provides a critical examination of postmortem findings. It incorporates radiological imaging and histopathological features to enhance forensic diagnosis, exploring possible causes of death and the medico-legal considerations essential to forensic investigations. The book delves into verbal, virtual, and molecular autopsy techniques, equipping forensic professionals with the tools needed to navigate complex cases with precision.
An essential resource for postgraduate students in Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, it is also invaluable for practitioners working in forensic pathology, law enforcement, and the legal system. Through a combination of case-based discussions, advanced forensic methodologies, and detailed illustrative content, Forensic Pathology of Unexpected and Unexplained Deaths serves as a definitive guide to the investigation and interpretation of sudden deaths.
Contents
About the Author. Acknowledgements. Preface. 1 Introduction. 2 Verbal Autopsy. 3 Virtual Autopsy. 4 Molecular Autopsy. 5 Scene-of-Death Investigation. 6 Cardiovascular System. 7 Sudden Unexplained Death Due to the Respiratory System. 8 Sudden Unexplained Death Due to the CNS. 9 Sudden Death Due to the Gastrointestinal System. 10 Sudden Death Due to the Genitourinary System. 11 Sudden Unexpected Death in Infants and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. 12 Sudden Unexplained Death Due to Poisoning. Index.
