Forensic Analysis: Interpreting Wound Characteristics in Violent Deaths
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Forensic Wound Analysis: Differentiating Cause of Death
5. Wound Severity and Characteristics: The severity of a wound, the presence of subcutaneous fat between wound edges, and blood clots intimately attached to mesh fabrics can provide crucial information. The presence or absence of vital reaction (bleeding) is interpreted to determine if the wound occurred before or after death. This aids in the diagnosis of origin: suicide, homicide, or accidental.
Medical evidence includes puncture wounds, cutting wounds, and piercing wounds. The location of wounds, their number, and characteristics are important, as are any corresponding marks on the victim's clothing.
Key Factors in Wound Interpretation
1. Wound Location
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