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Pediatric Non-Fatal Strangulation Photo Documentation Protocol
Secure Digital Forensic Imaging (SDFI) published the Pediatric Non-Fatal Strangulation PhotoDocumentation Protocol. Read More
Non-Fatal Strangulation Photo Documentation Protocol
Healthcare providers working in the field of clinical forensic medicine frequently examine individuals who are victims of strangulation. The use of this protocol will help promote the continuing development of the highly specialized skills necessary... Read More
Dr. Smock’s Top 25 Serious Medical Consequences Resulting from Strangulation and the Lateral Vascular Neck Restraint
This presentation from Police Surgeon, Bill Smock, MD, includes the top 25 serious medical complications resulting from strangulation with references. Dr. Smock is the Chair of the National Medical Advisory Committee for the Training Institute... Read More
Physiological Consequences of Strangulation Seconds to Minute Timeline
This one-page Seconds to Minutes graphic timeline shows the physiological consequences of strangulation due to occlusion of arterial blood flow. Created by: Ruth Carter; Bill Smock, MD; Gael Strack, JD; Sean Dugan, MD; Yesenia Aceves,... Read More
Signos y Sintomas de Estrangulamiento (Signs and Symptoms of Strangulation – Spanish)
This is a visual representation of the signs and symptoms of strangulation. Symptoms can include petechiae, loss of memory, loss of consciousness, urination, defecation, ringing in the ears, raspy voice, and pain swallowing. Esta es... Read More