Journal Published Online: 01 January 2002
Volume 47, Issue 1

Identification of Decomposed Human Remains from Radiographic Comparisons of an Unusual Foot Deformity

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

A case of positive identification from decomposed human remains using an unusual foot deformity is presented. Scrutiny of the decedent revealed foot deformities, which upon examination, prompted further inquiry. Radiographic comparisons and defleshing each foot established bilateral talipes equinovarus (TEV, clubfoot). Positive identification was based upon unique skeletal features present in the radiographs.

Author Information

Sudimack, JR
Franklin County Coroner's Office, Columbus, OH
Lewis, BJ
Franklin County Coroner's Office, Columbus, OH
Rich, J
Harvard Medical School, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA
Dean, DE
Franklin County Coroner's Office, Columbus, OH
Fardal, PM
Franklin County Coroner's Office, Columbus, OH
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Stock #: JFS15230J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS15230J