Inflicted compressional asphyxia of a child.
Compressional or traumatic asphyxia is a well recognized entity to most forensic pathologists. The vast majority of reported cases have been accidental. The case reported here describes the apparent inflicted compressional asphyxia of a small child. A review of mechanisms and related controversy regarding proposed mechanisms is discussed.
Kohr
Roland M
RM
Vigo County Medical Examiner, 3901 S. 7th St., Terre Haute, IN 47802, USA. RKohr10612@aol.com
D001237:Asphyxia / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D002370:Casts, Surgical; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D005554:Forensic Medicine; D006801:Humans; D012149:Restraint, Physical