[Interpretation of the term "hydrocution"].
Based on a literature study, several interpretations of the term "hydrocution" are presented and discussed. It is difficult to differentiate between hydrocution and atypical drowning. Therefore, the history, the pathogenetic mechanism and the autopsy findings must be considered to establish a clear diagnosis when assessing a sudden death in the water. Practicable diagnosis criteria are recommended.
Writh
Ingo
I
Fachhochschule der Polizei des Landes Brandenburg, Oranienburg.
Lignitz
Eberhard
E
Scheibe
Ernst
E
Schmeling
Andreas
A
D001344:Autopsy / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D002423:Cause of Death; D003334:Coroners and Medical Examiners / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D016757:Death, Sudden, Cardiac / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004332:Drowning / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans