Analysis of false-positive hyoid fractures: 12 forensic identification cases.
- Author:
Yu-lei YANG
;
Kai-jun MA
;
Jian-jun YAN
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Autopsy;
Cell Differentiation;
Diagnostic Errors;
Fractures, Bone/diagnosis*;
Humans;
Hyoid Bone/injuries*;
Muscles
- From:
Journal of Forensic Medicine
2014;30(4):270-272
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVE:To study the causes of false-positive hyoid fractures and forensic identification.
METHODS:Twelve cases of false-positive hyoid fractures were collected and analyzed.
RESULTS:Improper dissection technique (4 cases) and congenital separation (8 cases) were the main reasons for false-positive hyoid fractures.
CONCLUSION:True fractures can be differentiated from false-positive hyoid fractures. False-positive hyoid fracture caused by improper dissection technique can be identified through examination of peripheral muscle, soft tissue hemorrhage, and the characteristics of fracture end.
