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Autopsy: When is it necessary and when can it be avoided?
A death often brings about the dilemma of whether an autopsy is necessary and under what circumstances it can be avoided. An autopsy serves not only to determine the cause of death but also plays an important role in public health, as it contributes to the understanding of diseases and causes of mortality. Furthermore, it helps in assessing the effectiveness of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The question of autopsy is also regulated by laws that precisely define when and under what conditions a pathological examination is mandatory. Relatives can only request the omission of an autopsy in certain cases, and these conditions are strictly prescribed. Therefore, the purpose of the…
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The Time of Death
The complex functioning of the human body and the process of death raise numerous questions, especially when it comes to determining the time of death. Research indicates that different parts of the body respond to death in varying ways, and these reactions can provide useful information for forensic experts. Recent studies show that the cilia located in the nasal cavity, which are positioned on the mucous membrane, remain actively functioning even hours after death, although their movement gradually slows down. The Role of Cilia in Post-Mortem Investigations This phenomenon is particularly interesting as it may contribute to pinpointing the exact time of death. Since the movement of cilia is not…
