Evaluation Of Characteristic Findings Suggestive Of Manner Of Firearm Injury: An Autopsy Based Retrospective Study
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Firearm injuries, Rifled firearm, Shotgun firearm, Entry wound, Exit wound, Manner of death.Abstract
Incidence of deaths due to firearm weapons are rising in developing countries. There are only a few studies published on firearm injury in Gujarat. Pattern wise distribution of firearm injury is largely uncovered. This study is on characteristic findings suggestive of manner of firearm injury. Here a retrospective study of15 years is conducted. In this study, young aged males are affected the most as they are socially most active so are having high probability of interpersonal violence.On the spot death of the victim is observed in 85% cases. Rifled firearm is most commonly used. Single shot observed in majority of cases. Homicide is observed more than suicide.Stricter legislation on the ownership and use of firearm weapon is needed. Increase in suicidal pattern in police officials by using firearm weapon is major concern and proper psychological evaluation with mental support will definitely reduce this mortality.
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