Death by power car window. An unrecognized hazard.
The unusual accidental asphyxial death of a 26-month-old girl involving a car power window is reported. The circumstances and investigation results are discussed, as well as how such tragedies may be avoided.
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Jefferson County Coroner/Medical Examiner's Office, Birmingham, AL 35233.
D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D001237:Asphyxia / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D001336:Automobiles / Q000295:instrumentation*; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans