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Fatal rooster attack
Judith Fronczek1, Roger W Byard2,3
1Netherlands Forensic Institute, The Hague, The Netherlands.
Forensic Science, Medicine, and Pathology
|August 22, 2019
Summary
A domestic rooster attack led to a fatal hemorrhage in a 76-year-old woman with pre-existing varicose veins. This case highlights how minor animal injuries can be lethal with underlying vascular conditions.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Pathology
- Veterinary Pathology
- Trauma Medicine
Background:
- A 76-year-old woman with a history of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus, and varicose veins was attacked by a domestic rooster.
- The incident occurred on her rural property while she was collecting eggs.
Observation:
- The rooster pecked the patient's lower left leg, causing significant hemorrhage.
- Autopsy revealed two small bleeding lacerations on the lower left leg.
- One laceration was located over a perforated large varix.
Findings:
- The cause of death was exsanguination due to bleeding varicose veins.
- The fatal injury resulted from a domestic rooster attack.
Implications:
- This case underscores that even small domestic animals can inflict lethal injuries.
- Vascular vulnerabilities, such as severe varicose veins, can significantly increase the risk of severe outcomes from minor trauma.
- Healthcare providers should consider potential risks associated with animal interactions, especially in patients with compromised vascular health.
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