Review of the book "Radiology in Forensic Medicine. From Identification to Postmortem Imaging" translated from English under the editorship of Professor V.A. Klevno

Abstract

The book "Radiology in Forensic Medicine. From Identification to Postmortem Imaging", translated from English under the editorship of Professor V.A. Klevno, is reviewed. The review aimed to objectively evaluate the content of the scientific and practical publication and to determine its value for science and practice. The book consists of 29 chapters. Each chapter is accompanied by a list of references. The history of forensic radiology is briefly described, and the advantages and disadvantages of traditional autopsy versus postmortem imaging are reviewed. The focus is on postmortem imaging in forensic medicine and special forensic radiology, including imaging of corpses after various types of external exposure, in sudden death, of fetuses and newborns, of putrefied and charred corpses. Several chapters are devoted to imaging in clinical forensic medicine for assessment of injuries, detection of drug smuggling by body packers, diagnosis of some occupational diseases. The role of postmortem imaging in identifying victims of mass disasters is discussed. The authors critically evaluate the advantages and limitations of "virtual autopsy." Given the increase of interdisciplinary approaches in forensic medicine and the increasing role of radiologists in forensic practice, the publication of this book in Russian is more relevant than ever. It will be of interest to both forensic physicians and radiologists.