Test Your Knowledge of Forensic Medicine

Forensic Medicine

• The application of medical knowledge to legal matters.
• Involves investigating crime scenes, examining evidence, and providing expert testimony.
• Aims to determine the cause, manner, and time of death.

Forensic Pathology

• A specialized branch of pathology focusing on the investigation of death in legal contexts.
• Forensic pathologists conduct autopsies, identify the cause of death, and provide evidence in investigations.
• They play a crucial role in determining the cause, manner, and time of death.

Medico-legal Viewpoint

• A perspective that considers the legal implications of medical circumstances.
• It involves understanding the legal framework surrounding medical practice and evidence.

Mechanism of Death

• Physiological changes that directly lead to death.
• For example, a heart attack can lead to cardiac arrest and death.
• It is distinct from the cause of death.

Post-mortem Examination (Autopsy)

• A medical procedure conducted on a deceased body to determine the cause of death, identify any injuries, and gather evidence for legal purposes.
• It is crucial for forensic investigations and can help to resolve legal disputes.

Cause of Death

• The underlying medical condition or trauma that directly led to death.
• It can be natural, accidental, suicidal, or homicidal.
• Forensic pathologists determine the cause of death based on their examination and investigation.