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Ballistic research techniques: visualizing gunshot wounding patterns.

Tom Stevenson^1,2, Debra J Carr³, Karl Harrison⁴

¹Impact and Armour Group, Centre for Defence Engineering, Cranfield University, Defence Academy of the United Kingdom, Shrivenham, SN6 8LA, UK. tstevenson@doctors.org.uk.

International Journal of Legal Medicine

|February 16, 2020

Summary

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Computed tomography (CT) with contrast is the most effective method for analyzing gunshot wound (GSW) patterns in animal models. This technique allows for precise GSW pattern analysis, aiding ballistic studies.

Keywords:

CT Gunshot Limb Ultrasound Wound X-ray

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Area of Science:

Forensic Science
Biomedical Engineering
Ballistics

Background:

Mapping gunshot wound (GSW) patterns in opaque models presents significant challenges.
Various imaging and analysis techniques exist, but their effectiveness in complex biological structures requires validation.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate and compare the efficacy of different techniques for visualizing and analyzing gunshot wound (GSW) patterns within a cadaveric animal limb model.
To determine the optimal method for precise GSW damage assessment.

Main Methods:

Utilized fallow deer hind limbs as a cadaveric model.
Tested four techniques: flash X-ray, ultrasound, physical dissection, and computed tomography (CT) with contrast.
Fired 7.62 × 39 mm ammunition at muzzle velocity into each limb.

Main Results:

Flash X-ray indicated projectile yaw.
Ultrasound visualized GSW tracks but was deemed too subjective.
Physical dissection proved unreliable due to the cadaveric nature of the tissue.
CT with contrast provided superior multi-planar imaging and 3D reconstruction for versatile damage measurement.

Conclusions:

Computed tomography (CT) with contrast emerged as the most effective technique for precise gunshot wound (GSW) pattern analysis in this cadaveric model.
Findings support the utility of CT in ballistic research for both clinical and forensic applications.