Abstract
A case of homicide (two shots through a sheet of glass) is reported with regard to "pseudo-powder-tattooing" (irregular stippling of skin due to fragments of glass). The findings are compared with real powder-tattooing as seen in cases of intermediate-range gunshot wounds.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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English Abstract
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Facial Injuries / pathology*
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Glass*
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Homicide / legislation & jurisprudence*
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Humans
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Male
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Skin / injuries
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Skin / pathology
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Theft / legislation & jurisprudence*
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Thoracic Injuries / pathology*
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Wounds, Gunshot / pathology*
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Wounds, Penetrating / pathology