Guide to Forensic Pathology

by Jay Dix, Robert Calaluce

Overview

Guide to Forensic Pathology provides a concise overview of forensic pathology to those who wish to know the basics but lack formal forensic training. Both fascinating and practical, this book explains everything from who the experts are in death investigation and what their roles are to how effective testimonies are presented in court. The importance of forensic DNA testing is emphasized with a separate section in this timely reference guide.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138427037
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	07/26/2017
Pages:	272
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Introduction. Forensic Pathology. Forensic DNA Testing. Commonly Asked Questions. Cases. Helpful Hints in Testifying. Appendix A: Photographs. Appendix B: Medical Terminology.

Editorial Reviews

"The range of conditions described emphasizes the massive combined experience of these authors, and the objective style of the text makes this an extremely valuable reference for every forensic pathologist and an excellent teaching medium for those who are working for their boards or other qualifications."
- Journal of the Forensic Science Society

"...An excellent presentation of gunshot injuries including an abundance of information regarding weapons and ammunition...an absolute necessity within the library of any individual who deals with gunshot injuries."
- Irvin M. Sopher, M.D.
Chief Medical Examiner, State of West Virginia

From the Publisher

This new edition of has been expanded and re-structured, but retains much of the original content. It includes photographs, case studies, advice on testifying, frequently asked questions, a glossary of medical terms, guidelines for the death scene investigator, as well as information on determining the time and manner of death, identifying the victim, and forensic DNA testing. Though intended for death investigators, the book may also be useful to medical students, pathology residents, pathologists, coroners, medical examiners, and homicide detectives. Dix is a medical examiner in Boone County Missouri. Both Dix and Calaluce teach pathology at University of Missouri. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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