The value of magnetic resonance imaging in forensic investigation: a mapping review
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) shows great potential in forensic investigations, particularly for medicolegal examination and identification. However, current research lacks standardization and has a low level of evidence, necessitating further high-quality studies.
Area Of Science
- Forensic Science
- Medical Imaging
- Radiology
Background
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is increasingly considered for forensic and post-mortem applications.
- The precise role of MRI in forensic investigations remains undefined.
- This review synthesizes current and potential uses of MRI in forensic contexts.
Purpose Of The Study
- To map the existing scientific literature on MRI in forensic investigations.
- To identify current and potential applications of MRI in forensic science.
- To provide an overview of the research landscape.
Main Methods
- A systematic mapping review adhering to PRISMA guidelines was performed.
- Extensive literature searches were conducted across major scientific databases (Medline, Web of Science, Embase, Cochrane Library).
- Articles were included based on relevance to forensic MRI, excluding functional MRI and non-forensic clinical post-mortem studies, and categorized using thematic analysis.
Main Results
- Out of 16,184 initial papers, 525 were included, focusing on medicolegal examination (285), identification (158), and process optimization (155).
- Research spanned 34 years and 34 countries, with a majority of articles (289) at Level B evidence and only 2 at Level A.
- While numerous subcategories were explored, a lack of standardized MRI protocols was noted in 268 articles.
Conclusions
- The breadth of research indicates significant potential for MRI in forensic investigations.
- The current evidence base is predominantly of low quality and lacks standardization.
- Further organized, standardized, and high-quality research is crucial to establish best practices for MRI in forensic settings.
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