Medical art in the courtroom.
An anecdotal account of the experiences of a freelance medical artist in providing artwork for litigation. The requirements for presentation of artwork in court are discussed, and some practical problems addressed. Two examples are shown of cases illustrated for use in court.
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Medical and Scientific Illustration Services, Hatfield, Herts, UK.
D001268:Atlanto-Axial Joint / Q000473:pathology; D001921:Brain / Q000473:pathology; D006408:Hematoma, Subdural / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000473:pathology; D008297:Male; D008318:Malpractice / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D008488:Medical Illustration