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Blast tattoos resulting from black powder firearms.
C W Hanke1, A C Conner, E L Probst
1Department of Dermatology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|November 1, 1987
Summary
Blast tattoos result from gunpowder fragments entering the skin during firearm discharge, often from replica guns. Deeper fragments can cause permanent skin discoloration and potential eye injuries.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Pathology
- Dermatology
- Ophthalmology
Background:
- Blast tattoos are a unique injury pattern caused by gunpowder fragments embedded in the skin.
- These injuries are frequently linked to accidents involving replica firearms.
- The depth of fragment penetration dictates the potential for permanent cosmetic and functional damage.