Overview

The scope of applications of forensic radiology includes determination of identity, evaluation of injury and death, use in criminal and civil litigation, in administrative proceedings such as workmans compensation hearings, in medical education, and in research. Until now, there has been no single source of radiologic knowledge for various disciplines to turn to when examining X-rays or other radiologic records as forensic evidence. This is the first book to cover the entire spectrum of radiological applications in forensic science.

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Author:   Michael J. Thali, M.D. (University of Zurich, Switzerland) ,  B. G. Brogdon (University of South Alabama, Mobile, USA) ,  Mark D. Viner (Cranfield Forensic Institute, Wiltshire, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint:   CRC Press Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   1.202kg
ISBN:  

9780849381058

ISBN 10:   0849381053
Pages:   496
Publication Date:   09 April 1998
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Replaced By:   9781420075625
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Out of stock  

Table of Contents

Introduction to Forensic Radiology Definitions in Forensics and Radiology Forensic Radiology in Historical Perspective The Scope of Forensic Radiology Identification Identification of the Dead Radiological Identification: Anthropological Parameters Radiologic Applications in Forensic Dentistry Radiographic Techniques in Bite Mark Analysis: Identification of the Perpetrator Radiological Identification of Individual Remains Radiology in Mass Casualty Situations Gunshot Wounds The Radiology of Gunshot Wounds Pitfalls in the Radiology of Gunshot Wounds Radiology in Nonviolent Crimes Smuggling Larceny The Radiology of Fakes and Forgery in Art The Radiology of Abuse Child Abuse Spousal Abuse, Abuse of the Aged and Infirm Civil Rights Abuse: Torture and Terrorism Research and the New Modalities Research and Applications of the New Modalities Use of Post-Mortem Cranial MRI in Evaluation of Suspected Child Abuse Stereolithography as a Useful Tool in Forensic Radiology Coping with the Courts The Radiological Expert A Primer for Forensic Radiological Technology Radiographic Equipment: Installations and Radiation Protection Radiographic Positioning Production of the Radiographic Image Index

Reviews

This book contains information on forensic radiology obtained from authentic and highly respected sources, presented by different authors. Essentials are described and additional details are pointed out. The reader is not only amazed at the amount of material but also fascinated by the masterly way it is presented. The book summarizes the knowledge and experience of various authors acquired over more than 30 years. The editor and main author is a master of the anecdote, which is a great help in making the point and catching the reader's attention with a minimum of effort. I recommend the book to all those not only already working in or simply interested in forensic radiology, but also those working in an environment prone to forensic radiology problems. This recommendation extends to the expert, who will find new aspects and new approaches. The book is a must for any library that covers forensic medicine and/or diagnostic radiology. -H. Vogel, European Radiology The book is rich in illustrations, most of which are excellenthas a very high practical value for the forensic practise and will contribute to the increasing introduction of radiological techniques in the forensic practise. International Journal of Legal Medicine, 1999, J12:350 Throughout the text, there are unusual words which sent me to the dictionary - 'benison', 'amanuensis', 'eidolon' - all are used in a perfectly correct grammatical sense. Seldom have I derived more pleasure in reviewing a book. This work should be available to all involved in forensic sciences, and especially to all of us principally concerned with forensic autopsies. --Peter B. Herdson, MB, ChB, B Med Sc, PhD, FRCPA, Australian Journal of ForensicSciences, Vol. 32 This immensely readable, comprehensive and useful book should have a place in every radiologist's library. --G.A. Foote, Australasian Radiology, Vol. 44

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