Journal Published Online: 01 January 1982
Volume 27, Issue 1

Radiologic Examination of Anatomic Parts and Skeletonized Remains

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

During a 28-month interval, the radiographs of eight cases of skeletonized remains were evaluated by a radiologist. Radiologic evaluation of limited anatomic parts (four cases) was used to establish human or nonhuman origin and was helpful in the assessment of the relative social importance of the part. Radiologic evaluation of more complete skeletons (four cases) contributed data toward estimation of sex, age, stature, and past medical history. It confirmed the presumptive identity in two cases, excluded two possible identities in a third, and could still be useful if a presumptive identity is ever established for the fourth. Therefore, radiologic evaluation of skeletonized remains by a trained observer may be a useful adjunct to a forensic science investigation.

Author Information

Murphy, WA
The Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, St. Louis, Mo.
Gantner, GE
St. Louis University School of Medicine, City and County of St. Louis, Mo.
Pages: 10
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Stock #: JFS11445J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS11445J