Journal Published Online: 01 July 1988
Volume 33, Issue 4

The Computer-Assisted Postmortem Identification (CAPMI) System: A Computer-Based Identification Program

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

The Computer-Assisted Postmortem Identification (CAPMI) system was developed at the U.S. Army Institute of Dental Research to facilitate rapid identification of human remains. The increasing requirement for dental based identification of high-energy fatalities and decomposed remains has dovetailed with the development of computer capabilities permitting automation of most of the highly repetitive chart-by-chart screenings characteristic of traditional identification taskings. This report summarizes the concepts upon which CAPMI is based, describes how it works, and reviews suggested applications and limitations. CAPMI software is available to governmental, civic, or humanitarian organizations at no cost.

Author Information

Lorton, L
U.S. Army Institute of Dental Research, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC
Rethman, M
U.S. Army Institute of Dental Research, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC
Friedman, R
Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA
Pages: 8
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Stock #: JFS12520J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS12520J