Inflicted compressional asphyxia of a child.
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چکیده
Compressional or traumatic asphyxia is a well recognized entity to most forensic pathologists. The vast majority of reported cases have been accidental. The case reported here describes the apparent inflicted compressional asphyxia of a small child. A review of mechanisms and related controversy regarding proposed mechanisms is discussed.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of forensic sciences
دوره 48 5 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2003