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The missing link. An unusual case of embolization

C S Choi1, F B Jordan, L E Balding

  • 1Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, State of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City 73117.

The American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology
|September 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

A rare case of chain-saw link embolization causing traumatic death is reported. This highlights the importance of thorough autopsy to avoid misdiagnosing penetrating injuries and potential criminal conclusions.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Pathology
  • Traumatology

Background:

  • Embolization is a known medical and forensic phenomenon involving various substances.
  • Chain-saw injuries typically involve accidental trauma to extremities or the face.

Observation:

  • This case report details the unusual embolization of a chain-saw link.
  • The chain-saw link entered the body, leading to a fatal outcome.

Findings:

  • A chain-saw link was identified as the cause of death via embolization.
  • The study found no prior literature documenting fatal chain-saw link emboli.

Implications:

  • Complete autopsy and investigation are crucial to accurately diagnose penetrating injuries.
  • Misdiagnosis could lead to incorrect conclusions regarding the circumstances of death, including potential criminal activity.

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