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Post Mortem CT for Non-Suspicious Adult Deaths

An Introduction

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Authors:
  1. Ayeshea Shenton

    1. Department of Radiology, iGene London Ltd., Sheffield, UK

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  2. Peter Kralt

    1. Department of Radiology, iGene London Ltd., Sheffield, UK

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  3. S. Kim Suvarna

    1. Department of Histopathology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, UK

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  • Accessible how-to guide ideal for use when reporting a study
  • Practical tips on how to interpret post mortem CT
  • Many examples of real coronial cases

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Table of contents (11 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xi
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  2. Introduction to the Investigation of Death and Post Mortem Computed Tomography

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 1-13

  3. Practical Considerations of Post Mortem Computed Tomography and Report Writing

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 15-33

  4. Death, Post Mortem Changes and Decomposition on Post Mortem Computed Tomography

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 35-68

  5. External Findings, Tubes and Devices on Post Mortem Computed Tomography

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 69-97

  6. Post Mortem Computed Tomography of the Brain and Spinal Cord

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 99-129

  7. Post Mortem Computed Tomography of the Extra-Cranial Head and Neck

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 131-159

  8. Post Mortem Computed Tomography of the Chest

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 161-197

  9. Post Mortem Computed Tomography of the Heart

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 199-238

  10. Post Mortem Computed Tomography of the Abdomen and Pelvis

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 239-270

  11. Post Mortem Computed Tomography of the Bones and Soft Tissues

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 271-303

  12. Findings Related to Attempted Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation on Post Mortem Computed Tomography

    • Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna
    Pages 305-326
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About this book

This book is an ideal introduction to the specialty of post mortem computed tomography (PMCT). It will serve as a comprehensive yet accessible guide to the understanding and interpretation of whole-body studies for both hospital and community settings. Both normal post mortem appearances and findings associated with a wide range of diagnoses encountered in real cases from the coronial service are presented with the aid of numerous images. The coverage encompasses not only findings in all anatomic regions but also the imaging appearances in cases following targeted coronary angiography, attempted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and various special circumstances such as suicide. The inclusion of many practical tips and possible pitfalls will support the radiologist to become more confident when reporting PMCT, while for the more experienced practitioner the wealth of examples will serve as a useful resource. In addition to radiologists, the book will be of value for pathologists at all levels of experience and anyone needing to understand the role and limitations of PMCT.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Department of Radiology, iGene London Ltd., Sheffield, UK

    Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt

  • Department of Histopathology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, UK

    S. Kim Suvarna

About the authors

Ayeshea Shenton, FRCR, MSc (Med Ed), is a consultant radiologist in a district general hospital. In addition, for iGene London, she has been reporting post mortem CT for the past 4 years, building knowledge in the field from established practitioners, relevant texts and collecting feedback from interesting cases. Her interest and skill in teaching is reflected in achievement of a Master’s degree in Medical Education. 

Peter Kralt, MD, is a consultant neuroradiologist currently working at James Cook University Hospital, South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Middlesbrough, UK. He completed his medical and radiological training in the Netherlands and has been practising in the field of post-mortem and forensic radiology for the past 3 years. He has been involved in more than 1000 cases and believes that radiology has the potential to transform the coronial system and the way in which sudden deaths are investigated.

Prof S Kim Suvarna is a consultant in histopathology based at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. He works for a variety of Coroners and Police Forces across the United Kingdom. He is an examiner for the Royal College of Pathologists, as well as the Royal College of Surgeons. He has published on cardiothoracic pathology and autopsy research widely.

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Post Mortem CT for Non-Suspicious Adult Deaths

  • Book Subtitle: An Introduction

  • Authors: Ayeshea Shenton, Peter Kralt, S. Kim Suvarna

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-70829-0

  • Publisher: Springer Cham

  • eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)

  • Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2021

  • Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-030-70828-3Published: 19 May 2021

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-3-030-70831-3Published: 20 May 2022

  • eBook ISBN: 978-3-030-70829-0Published: 17 May 2021

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: XI, 326

  • Number of Illustrations: 423 b/w illustrations, 32 illustrations in colour

  • Topics: Imaging / Radiology, Forensic Medicine

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