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Computed tomography abnormalities in hanging.

F Bianco, R Floris

    Neuroradiology
    |January 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Hanging can cause specific brain changes visible on CT scans, particularly in the globus pallidus. These findings suggest acute cerebral hypoxia due to attempted suicide.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Radiology
    • Forensic Pathology

    Background:

    • Cerebral hypoxia can lead to various neurological deficits.
    • Imaging findings in hypoxic brain injury are diverse.
    • The globus pallidi are particularly vulnerable to ischemic damage.

    Observation:

    • A computed tomography (CT) scan revealed bilateral and symmetrical low-density lesions in the globus pallidi.
    • These abnormalities were observed in a young male patient following a suicide attempt by hanging.

    Findings:

    • The observed CT pattern is similar to findings in carbon monoxide, cyanide, methanol poisoning, hypoglycemia, drowning, and global central nervous system hypoperfusion.
    • The abnormalities in the globus pallidi are strongly correlated with acute cerebral hypoxia.

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    Implications:

    • This CT pattern may serve as an indicator of acute cerebral hypoxia in clinical and forensic settings.
    • Understanding these imaging findings can aid in diagnosing and managing hypoxic brain injury.
    • Further research could explore the specific mechanisms linking hanging, hypoxia, and globus pallidi lesions.