FORENSIC PATHOLOGY OF FRACTURES AND MECHANISMS OF INJURY POSTMORTEM CT SCANNING (PB 2021) Paperback

Forensic Pathology of Fractures and Mechanisms of Injury: Postmortem CT Scanning (PB 2021) offers a comprehensive examination of how fractures and trauma mechanisms are analyzed in forensic pathology, with a particular emphasis on the growing role of postmortem CT (PMCT) scanning in contemporary forensic practice. The book addresses both foundational and advanced topics related to fracture pathology, including how skeletal injuries are identified, categorized, and interpreted in forensic contexts. It explores the biomechanics behind trauma and clearly distinguishes between injuries sustained before death (antemortem), at or near the time of death (perimortem), and after death (postmortem). Additionally, it discusses how injury patterns can inform conclusions about the cause and manner of death. Given the rise of PMCT as a non-invasive alternative or complement to traditional autopsy techniques, the text outlines its benefits, challenges, and practical use in forensic investigations. Featuring detailed case studies, high-resolution imaging, and applied guidance, this book serves as an essential reference for forensic pathologists, radiologists, medical examiners, and legal experts involved in trauma analysis and death investigations.