Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research
FORENSIC EXAMINATION IN CASES OF SUDDEN CARDIAC DEATH (SCD)
Ankita Mitra,Sudhansu Sekhar Sethi,Amrita Verma
JCDR. 2024: 794-803
Abstract
Background: Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD) is a significant cause of mortality worldwide, often occurring unexpectedly in individuals with or without known cardiac conditions. Forensic investigation plays a critical role in identifying the cause of SCD, especially in cases where the individual has no prior symptoms. This study aimed to explore the various forensic methodologies used to investigate SCD, including autopsy, histopathology, toxicology, and genetic testing.
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