ABSTRACT
The analysis of cranial and facial fractures in skeletal remains of homicidal victims can prove challenging for forensic anthropologists and forensic pathologists in postmortem examination. In such cases, the use of 3-D computerized imaging to elucidate the fractures and patterns of injuries can provide strong medical evidence that is very useful during litigation and at trial. The authors describe 3-D reconstructions of the skull performed as part of forensic postmortem examination in a recent victim of homicide.
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Autopsy/methods , Facial Bones/diagnostic imaging , Facial Bones/injuries , Forensic Anthropology/methods , Homicide , Skull Fractures/diagnostic imaging , Tomography, X-Ray Computed/methods , Cause of Death , Female , Forensic Dentistry/methods , Humans , Skull Fractures/etiology , Wounds, Nonpenetrating/complications , Wounds, Penetrating/etiologyABSTRACT
Rotational displacement of the distal tibial epiphysis, a rare injury, is reported in a 14-year-old girl. A high clinical index of suspicion and roentgenograms of the entire leg, including knee and ankle, are necessary for diagnosis. Long-term followup is indicated to determine if epiphyseal closure will eventuate as it did in our patient.
