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{"title":"Corrigendum to \"White paper by the international society of forensic imaging guidelines working group on non-contrast PMCT for decomposed remains\" [Forensic Imaging 42 (2025) 200643]","authors":"Jamie Elifritz,&nbsp;Micillo Andrea,&nbsp;Fabrice Dedouit,&nbsp;Laura Filograna,&nbsp;Jamie Elifritz,&nbsp;Garyfalia Ampanozi,&nbsp;Ludo Beenen,&nbsp;Lenetta Boyce,&nbsp;Alessandro Carini,&nbsp;Mislav Čavka,&nbsp;Flavia Chirico,&nbsp;Natasha Davendralingam,&nbsp;Laura Filograna,&nbsp;Florian Fischer,&nbsp;Jochen Grimm,&nbsp;Joey C.A. Hardy,&nbsp;Paul Hofman,&nbsp;Heather Jarrell,&nbsp;Micillo Andrea,&nbsp;Maarja Mölder,&nbsp;Micheal Thali","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200842","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200842","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Decomposition changes the physical state and, thus, the imaging appearance of the body. Hallmarks of early decomposition are gas in the right heart and portal veins. When gas distribution is atypical, pathological conditions should be considered. Blood products can remain evident on PMCT even in moderate to advanced states of decomposition. As decomposition progresses, gas and fluid collections occur in all tissues and cavities, limiting diagnostic power. However, PMCT remains highly sensitive for the detection of skeletal injuries. Experienced interpreters are required to accurately differentiate between decomposition changes and pathology. The Guidelines Working Group of the International Society of Forensic Imaging endorses the application of non-contrasted PMCT for decomposed remains.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"46 ","pages":"Article 200842"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148958758","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Corrigendum to height prediction using metacarpal lengths as measured on radiography in postmortem identification","authors":"Asan Petrus ,&nbsp;Syafruddin Ilyas ,&nbsp;Adang Bachtiar ,&nbsp;Imam Budi Putra ,&nbsp;Ahmad Yudianto","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200676","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200676","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 200676"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148178560","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Whole-Fetus HiP-CT: A New Era in postmortem 3D Fetal Imaging","authors":"Bernadette S de Bakker ,&nbsp;Puck P Mulder ,&nbsp;Theresa Urban ,&nbsp;Hector Dejea ,&nbsp;Paul Tafforeau ,&nbsp;Joanna Purzycka ,&nbsp;Jermo Hanemaaijer-van der Veer ,&nbsp;Sophie C Visser ,&nbsp;Yousif Dawood ,&nbsp;Eva Pajkrt ,&nbsp;Peter D Lee ,&nbsp;Henning Clausen ,&nbsp;Martin Bech ,&nbsp;Daniel Docter","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200778","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200778","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;We present the first application of Hierarchical Phase-Contrast Tomography (HiP-CT) to complete human fetuses at BM18, the flagship beamline for microtomography on large samples at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF) in Grenoble, France. Leveraging the advanced capabilities of BM18, six human fetal specimens from the Dutch Fetal Biobank (Amsterdam UMC, ethics approval 2016_285) were scanned at multiple resolutions. This pilot cohort included two specimens at approximately 21 weeks of gestation (one with a cardiac anomaly), two at 16 weeks (one with a cardiac anomaly), and two at 11 weeks (including conjoined twins).&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The imaging pipeline comprised rapid post-mortem tissue recovery (2–6 h interval), paraformaldehyde fixation, transfer to 70% ethanol, mounting, degassing in custom vacuum chambers, and transport from Amsterdam UMC to ESRF. Initial whole-body overviews were acquired at 16 or 8 µm isotropic voxel size, followed by targeted scans at 4 and 2 µm, yielding dozens of terabytes of data. Thanks to the high sensitivity brought by the HiP-CT protocols, these multiscale datasets provide unprecedented structural detail and enable exploration of complex anatomical systems including the lymphatic and nervous systems, fascia, and inter-organ relationships. Post-acquisition workflows included advanced segmentation pipelines to support quantitative analysis and AI model training.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;To our knowledge, this is the first time the human body has been imaged in its entirety at such high resolution. This pilot study marks a critical expansion of the BM18 HiP-CT pipeline into the fetal domain. These data hold wide-ranging implications for anatomy, developmental biology, congenital anomaly research, and forensic applications. Future steps include cross-institutional collaboration for quantitative analysis and integration with downstream histology and spatial transcriptomics.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;We present the first application of Hierarchical Phase-Contrast Tomography (HiP-CT) to complete human fetuses at BM18, the flagship beamline for microtomography on large samples at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF) in Grenoble, France. Leveraging the advanced capabilities of BM18, six human fetal specimens from the Dutch Fetal Biobank (Amsterdam UMC, ethics approval 2016_285) were scanned at multiple resolutions. This pilot cohort included two specimens at approximately 21 weeks of gestation (one with a cardiac anomaly), two at 16 weeks (one with a cardiac anomaly), and two at 11 weeks (including conjoined twins).&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The imaging pipeline comprised rapid post-mortem tissue recovery (2–6 h interval), paraformaldehyde fixation, transfer to 70% ethanol, mounting, degassing in custom vacuum chambers, and transport from Amsterdam UMC to ESRF. Initial whole-body overviews were acquired at 16 or 8 µm isotropic voxel size, followed by targeted scans at 4 and 2 µm, yielding dozens of terabytes of data. Thanks to the h","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 200778"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147950771","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Implementation Challenges of Postmortem CT-scan in a Low-Resource Setting: Lesson from a Methanol Poisoning Case in Indonesia","authors":"Yudy ,&nbsp;Vionita Simanjuntak","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200735","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200735","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Background&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Postmortem CT-scan (PMCT) is increasingly integrated into forensic workflows worldwide as a minimally invasive adjunct or alternative to conventional autopsy. However, in many low-resource settings, the introduction of PMCT is limited by high equipment costs, infrastructure, and shortage of trained radiologists and technicians. We present our institution’s first experience performing PMCT on sudden death case and reflect on the unexpected lessons gained.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Postmortem CT-scan (PMCT) is increasingly integrated into forensic workflows worldwide as a minimally invasive adjunct or alternative to conventional autopsy. However, in many low-resource settings, the introduction of PMCT is limited by high equipment costs, infrastructure, and shortage of trained radiologists and technicians. We present our institution’s first experience performing PMCT on sudden death case and reflect on the unexpected lessons gained.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Case Report&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;A 40-year-old male was found deceased and underwent PMCT as part of a pilot effort to incorporate imaging into our medicolegal workflow. The scan showed global cerebral hypoxia, diffuse bilateral ground-glass opacities, and no traumatic findings. Although suggestive of systemic hypoxia, the imaging lacked specificity and failed to reveal key abnormalities identified at autopsy. Subsequent autopsy and histopathology demonstrated diffuse vascular congestion, pulmonary edema, erosive gastritis from toxic ingestion, renal tubular necrosis, and hypoxic–ischemic brain injury, details PMCT could not reliably characterize. Toxicology confirmed markedly elevated methanol levels in blood and urine, establishing the cause of death.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;A 40-year-old male was found deceased and underwent PMCT as part of a pilot effort to incorporate imaging into our medicolegal workflow. The scan showed global cerebral hypoxia, diffuse bilateral ground-glass opacities, and no traumatic findings. Although suggestive of systemic hypoxia, the imaging lacked specificity and failed to reveal key abnormalities identified at autopsy. Subsequent autopsy and histopathology demonstrated diffuse vascular congestion, pulmonary edema, erosive gastritis from toxic ingestion, renal tubular necrosis, and hypoxic–ischemic brain injury, details PMCT could not reliably characterize. Toxicology confirmed markedly elevated methanol levels in blood and urine, establishing the cause of death.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Discussion&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;This first application of PMCT demonstrated both its usefulness and its limitations in a low-resource forensic setting. While PMCT rapidly excluded trauma and suggested global hypoxia, its nonspecific findings could not identify key lesions later revealed at autopsy. The case exposed practical challenges in adopting PMCT, such as limited experience in interpreting typical PMCT postmortem changes and difficulty integrating imaging into existing workflows.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;This first appl","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 200735"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147951189","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Calibration of the Suchey–Brooks Method for the Algerian Population","authors":"Toufik Rafai,&nbsp;Mohamed ALI Taleb,&nbsp;Mohamed Yacine Guellati,&nbsp;Mohamed Boutemdjet,&nbsp;Saadane Alleg","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200692","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200692","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Age-at-death estimation represents a key step in establishing the biological profile during human identification. The pubic symphysis remains one of the most reliable skeletal indicators, particularly through the Suchey–Brooks method. However, this method was originally developed on a predominantly Caucasian North American population.</div><div>This study aims to calibrate the Suchey–Brooks method to the specific characteristics of the Algerian population.</div></div><div>Age-at-death estimation represents a key step in establishing the biological profile during human identification. The pubic symphysis remains one of the most reliable skeletal indicators, particularly through the Suchey–Brooks method. However, this method was originally developed on a predominantly Caucasian North American population.</div><div>This study aims to calibrate the Suchey–Brooks method to the specific characteristics of the Algerian population.</div><div><h3>Materials and Methods</h3><div>A virtual sample of 340 pubic symphyses reconstructed from CT scans of Algerian individuals (173 males and 167 females), aged 15 to 93 years and collected at Algiers Hospital between September 2022 and April 2024, was analyzed. The Suchey–Brooks method was applied to review phase classification and descriptive statistics.</div></div><div>A virtual sample of 340 pubic symphyses reconstructed from CT scans of Algerian individuals (173 males and 167 females), aged 15 to 93 years and collected at Algiers Hospital between September 2022 and April 2024, was analyzed. The Suchey–Brooks method was applied to review phase classification and descriptive statistics.</div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Descriptive statistics and 3D CT-based illustrations of the phases specific to the Algerian population were established.</div></div><div>Descriptive statistics and 3D CT-based illustrations of the phases specific to the Algerian population were established.</div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>Previous studies have emphasized the need for region-specific adaptations of the Suchey–Brooks method to enhance the accuracy of age-at-death estimation.</div></div><div>Previous studies have emphasized the need for region-specific adaptations of the Suchey–Brooks method to enhance the accuracy of age-at-death estimation.</div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>These new reference data will improve the precision of age-at-death estimation within the Algerian population.</div></div><div>These new reference data will improve the precision of age-at-death estimation within the Algerian population.</div>","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 200692"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147951623","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Virtual Autopsy in Head Trauma: A Case Report","authors":"Syarifah Hidayah Fatriah ,&nbsp;Aidia Fitri Yeni","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200713","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200713","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Background&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Traditional autopsy remains the gold standard in forensic medicine but may face limitations due to cultural, religious, or practical barriers. Virtual autopsy using postmortem computed tomography (PMCT) provides a non-invasive alternative that can yield critical diagnostic insights, particularly in trauma-related deaths.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Traditional autopsy remains the gold standard in forensic medicine but may face limitations due to cultural, religious, or practical barriers. Virtual autopsy using postmortem computed tomography (PMCT) provides a non-invasive alternative that can yield critical diagnostic insights, particularly in trauma-related deaths.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Methods&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;We report the case of a 16-year-old male found unconscious on the terrace of a school dormitory, with no prior history of trauma or medical illness. An external examination of the body was conducted, followed by a postmortem CT scan to evaluate intracranial injuries.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;We report the case of a 16-year-old male found unconscious on the terrace of a school dormitory, with no prior history of trauma or medical illness. An external examination of the body was conducted, followed by a postmortem CT scan to evaluate intracranial injuries.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Results&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;A 16-year-old male was found unconscious on the terrace of a school dormitory, with no prior medical history or known trauma. External examination revealed a 2 cm laceration on the left forehead. A postmortem CT scan demonstrated a subdural hematoma in the occipital region extending along the falx cerebri. These findings provided detailed visualization of a fatal intracranial injury that would otherwise have required confirmation through conventional autopsy. This case demonstrates the utility of PMCT in forensic investigations. Virtual autopsy offers rapid, precise, and non-invasive visualization of intracranial injuries. It serves as a valuable complement to conventional autopsy and, in selected circumstances, may act as a substitute. Its use is particularly relevant in medicolegal settings where cultural or religious objections to invasive autopsy exist.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;A 16-year-old male was found unconscious on the terrace of a school dormitory, with no prior medical history or known trauma. External examination revealed a 2 cm laceration on the left forehead. A postmortem CT scan demonstrated a subdural hematoma in the occipital region extending along the falx cerebri. These findings provided detailed visualization of a fatal intracranial injury that would otherwise have required confirmation through conventional autopsy. This case demonstrates the utility of PMCT in forensic investigations. Virtual autopsy offers rapid, precise, and non-invasive visualization of intracranial injuries. It serves as a valuable complement to conventional autopsy and, in selected circumstances, may act as a substitute. Its use is particularly relevant in medicolegal settings where","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 200713"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147951783","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The value of PMCT in the investigation of bodies recovered from the sea: a case series from Crete, Greece","authors":"Konstantinos Spanakis ,&nbsp;Despoina E Flouri ,&nbsp;Efsevia Daskalaki ,&nbsp;Eirini Chasapi ,&nbsp;Andreas Kontogiannis ,&nbsp;Efthimios Fasoulakis ,&nbsp;Elena F Kranioti","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200740","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200740","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Introduction&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Bodies recovered from the sea are often a subject of forensic investigation not only to establish the cause and manner of death but often times to uncover the identity of the individual and facilitate the repatriation process. Main challenges include the various states of decomposition, the lack of personal items and the partial recovery of the bodies. Postmortem CT is an additional tool applied in such cases to facilitate the time and efficacy of the forensic investigation.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Bodies recovered from the sea are often a subject of forensic investigation not only to establish the cause and manner of death but often times to uncover the identity of the individual and facilitate the repatriation process. Main challenges include the various states of decomposition, the lack of personal items and the partial recovery of the bodies. Postmortem CT is an additional tool applied in such cases to facilitate the time and efficacy of the forensic investigation.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Material and Methods&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;A total of 30 bodies recovered from the sea water were used for this study. Most individuals were male aged 6 to 94 years old. Twenty-two bodies were part of three shipwreck incidents of migrants near the island of Crete. All bodies were subjected to PMCT, external examination and toxicology. Full autopsies were conducted in all but three bodies.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;A total of 30 bodies recovered from the sea water were used for this study. Most individuals were male aged 6 to 94 years old. Twenty-two bodies were part of three shipwreck incidents of migrants near the island of Crete. All bodies were subjected to PMCT, external examination and toxicology. Full autopsies were conducted in all but three bodies.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Results&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;PMCT was advantageous in age estimation of minors through the assessment of epiphyseal lines/unfused skeletal elements and the evaluation of dental morphology. Identifiers such as frontal sinuses, skeletal trauma and unique medical conditions were successfully recorded. PMCT and autopsy findings were in line. Cause of death could be established in a number of cases only using PMCT findings. Yet, for the full understanding of the mechanism of death and the manner of death both PMCT and autopsy was necessary.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;PMCT was advantageous in age estimation of minors through the assessment of epiphyseal lines/unfused skeletal elements and the evaluation of dental morphology. Identifiers such as frontal sinuses, skeletal trauma and unique medical conditions were successfully recorded. PMCT and autopsy findings were in line. Cause of death could be established in a number of cases only using PMCT findings. Yet, for the full understanding of the mechanism of death and the manner of death both PMCT and autopsy was necessary.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Discussion&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;PMCT is particularly advantageous in recording identifiers and age markers in unidentified individuals recovered from the sea. T","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 200740"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147951804","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Factors influencing metallization in electrical stun weapon injuries","authors":"Céline Guilbeau-Frugier ,&nbsp;Mathieu Piallat ,&nbsp;Lise Pestourie ,&nbsp;Fabrice Dedouit","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200747","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200747","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Background&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Electrical stun weapons (ESW) are widely used by law enforcement, but several types—particularly contact stun devices—are also commercially available to the public. Their output voltage varies greatly. While the use of ESW by police forces is regulated, including the number of allowed discharges and target anatomical areas, no such restrictions apply to civilian devices. Although often presented as non-lethal tools intended to incapacitate a subject, fatal incidents have been reported due to the passage of electric current through the body. Electrical injuries depend on the type of current, its intensity, resistance, amperage, exposure duration, and the pathway taken. When current flows from a metallic electrode, electrolysis can occur, leading to the deposition of metallic ions within the stratum corneum and superficial soft tissues at the contact site. This phenomenon, known as metallization, can be detected and used as evidence of electrical injury. Scanning electron microscopy coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS) is the standard technique for identifying such particles. This experimental study aimed to evaluate how different variables influence the presence and extent of metallization.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Electrical stun weapons (ESW) are widely used by law enforcement, but several types—particularly contact stun devices—are also commercially available to the public. Their output voltage varies greatly. While the use of ESW by police forces is regulated, including the number of allowed discharges and target anatomical areas, no such restrictions apply to civilian devices. Although often presented as non-lethal tools intended to incapacitate a subject, fatal incidents have been reported due to the passage of electric current through the body. Electrical injuries depend on the type of current, its intensity, resistance, amperage, exposure duration, and the pathway taken. When current flows from a metallic electrode, electrolysis can occur, leading to the deposition of metallic ions within the stratum corneum and superficial soft tissues at the contact site. This phenomenon, known as metallization, can be detected and used as evidence of electrical injury. Scanning electron microscopy coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS) is the standard technique for identifying such particles. This experimental study aimed to evaluate how different variables influence the presence and extent of metallization.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Methods&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Sheep feet were subjected to electrical discharges delivered by ESW of varying voltages, including both civilian and law-enforcement models. Each sample received one to three 5-second discharges applied to dry or moistened skin. The presence, quantity, and depth of metallic particle deposition were then assessed using SEM-EDS.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Sheep feet were subjected to electrical discharges delivered by ESW of varying voltages, including both civilian an","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 200747"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147951862","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Post-mortem CT in 452 cases: diagnostic yield, correlation with autopsy, and lessons for forensic radiology practice","authors":"Natasha Davendralingam ,&nbsp;Mohammad Ali Shah ,&nbsp;Milda Dedelaite ,&nbsp;Salman Rahimi ,&nbsp;Nina Breunung-Joshi ,&nbsp;Reena Tanna ,&nbsp;Fatima Ahmad","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200774","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200774","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Background&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Post-mortem computed tomography (PMCT) is increasingly used as an adjunct or alternative to invasive autopsy. However, large-scale outcome data comparing diagnostic yield and correlation with autopsy remain limited in routine coronial practice.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Post-mortem computed tomography (PMCT) is increasingly used as an adjunct or alternative to invasive autopsy. However, large-scale outcome data comparing diagnostic yield and correlation with autopsy remain limited in routine coronial practice.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Methods&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;We retrospectively reviewed 452 consecutive adult PMCT examinations performed over a 15-month period (May 2024 – July 2025) at a UK coronial service. Cases flagged for further testing (histology, toxicology, or invasive autopsy) were identified. Radiology–pathology correlation was assessed for cases proceeding to autopsy, with outcomes classified as full correlation, partial correlation, or no correlation.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;We retrospectively reviewed 452 consecutive adult PMCT examinations performed over a 15-month period (May 2024 – July 2025) at a UK coronial service. Cases flagged for further testing (histology, toxicology, or invasive autopsy) were identified. Radiology–pathology correlation was assessed for cases proceeding to autopsy, with outcomes classified as full correlation, partial correlation, or no correlation.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Results&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Of 452 PMCTs, 60 cases (13.3%) were flagged for additional review. Among these, PMCT alone provided a definitive cause of death in 86.7%. Incorporation of histology and toxicology increased the diagnostic yield to 92.5%. Only 34 cases (7.5% of all PMCTs) required full invasive autopsy.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;In the 29 cases with available autopsy COD, correlation analysis showed:&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;16 (55%) full correlation between PMCT and autopsy&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;8 (28%) partial correlation (same system but different mechanism)&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;5 (17%) no correlation, often reflecting artefacts (e.g., autolysis, decomposition gas) or subtle pathologies not appreciable on PMCT (e.g., pulmonary embolism).&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Of 452 PMCTs, 60 cases (13.3%) were flagged for additional review. Among these, PMCT alone provided a definitive cause of death in 86.7%. Incorporation of histology and toxicology increased the diagnostic yield to 92.5%. Only 34 cases (7.5% of all PMCTs) required full invasive autopsy.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;In the 29 cases with available autopsy COD, correlation analysis showed:&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;16 (55%) full correlation between PMCT and autopsy&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;8 (28%) partial correlation (same system but different mechanism)&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;5 (17%) no correlation, often reflecting artefacts (e.g., autolysis, decomposition gas) or subtle pathologies not appreciable on PMCT (e.g., pulmonary embolism).&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Conclusions&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;In this large coronial cohort, PMCT provided high diagnostic yield, with the vast majority of deaths certified without invasive autopsy. Radiology–pathology c","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 200774"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147951863","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"IoT-enabled automated photogrammetry system for forensic autopsy documentation","authors":"G Murali,&nbsp;YS Bansal","doi":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200724","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fri.2026.200724","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Background&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Accurate and reproducible forensic autopsy documentation is vital for medico-legal investigations, ensuring that physical evidence is thoroughly and precisely recorded. Current manual photography techniques often suffer from variability and limited spatial information, potentially compromising the integrity and comprehensiveness of medico-legal records. Automated imaging solutions that standardize the capture process and provide multi-dimensional forensic data are therefore urgently needed to advance forensic science and support judicial processes.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Accurate and reproducible forensic autopsy documentation is vital for medico-legal investigations, ensuring that physical evidence is thoroughly and precisely recorded. Current manual photography techniques often suffer from variability and limited spatial information, potentially compromising the integrity and comprehensiveness of medico-legal records. Automated imaging solutions that standardize the capture process and provide multi-dimensional forensic data are therefore urgently needed to advance forensic science and support judicial processes.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Methods&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;This work presents the design of an IoT-enabled automated photogrammetry system incorporating multiple high-resolution cameras mounted on a motorized robotic platform. Controlled by a networked unit, the system supports remote operation, synchronization, and real-time data transmission for multi-angle body imaging at autopsy tables. It focuses exclusively on the imaging rig and capture methodology and does not include autopsy procedural aspects.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;This work presents the design of an IoT-enabled automated photogrammetry system incorporating multiple high-resolution cameras mounted on a motorized robotic platform. Controlled by a networked unit, the system supports remote operation, synchronization, and real-time data transmission for multi-angle body imaging at autopsy tables. It focuses exclusively on the imaging rig and capture methodology and does not include autopsy procedural aspects.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Results&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;The system enables standardized, non-contact image capture with precise spatial coordination, providing high-quality datasets that serve as a basis for detailed 3D reconstructions. Preliminary integration and testing indicate improved reproducibility and efficiency compared to manual techniques.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The system enables standardized, non-contact image capture with precise spatial coordination, providing high-quality datasets that serve as a basis for detailed 3D reconstructions. Preliminary integration and testing indicate improved reproducibility and efficiency compared to manual techniques.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Conclusions&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;This automated imaging approach enhances forensic documentation quality, evidentiary preservation, and medico-legal workflows. It aligns with the conference theme 'Human Rights and Technology' by advancing technology-drive","PeriodicalId":40763,"journal":{"name":"Forensic Imaging","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 200724"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147952044","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}