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What is the cause of the segmentation of retinal vessels after death?
Loss of blood pressure allowing the blood to break up into segments inside the vessels
Where does the phenomenon of segmentation of retinal vessels occur after death?
Only in the retina
When does the segmentation of retinal vessels occur after death?
Within 15 minutes of death
What is the cause of the pallor of the optic disc after death?
Loss of blood pressure allowing blood to break up into segments inside the blood vessels
Why is the phenomenon of retinal vessel segmentation only accessible to direct viewing in the retina?
The retina is the only place where the phenomenon can be directly observed
What is the significance of the segmentation of retinal vessels occurring within 15 minutes of death?
It is the earliest positive sign of death
Test your knowledge of postmortem changes in the eye with this quiz. Explore the pallor of the optic disc and segmentation of retinal vessels, key indicators that occur within minutes of death. Gain insights into the physiological processes that contribute to these changes and their significance in forensic examinations.
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