An Analysis of Firearms-Related Deaths Between 1993-2010: A Retrospective Study

Toygar, Mehmet; Türker, Türker; Eroğlu, Murat; Kaldirim, Umit; Poyrazoğlu, Yavuz; Eyi, Yusuf Emrah; Durusu, Murat; Eryılmaz, Mehmet

doi:10.5505/tjtes.2013.70120

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“…A total of 5,135 autopsies were performed, including 11 fatal firearm injuries (0.22 per cent) among them. Compared with other previous studies of Patowary A, 5 Kumar P et al, 6 Mehmat T et al, 7 Capt Mirza F et al, 8 Kumari S 9 is very less; but similar to other researchers viz Amiri A et al, 10 Sachan R et al, 11 Shashikant VK et al, 12 Chaurasia N, 13 Davies MJ et al, 14 Rao D). 15 The reason for this great variation owes to the geographic variations in the various study sites.…”

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Medico-legal trends of firearm injuries

Solanki¹,

Dutta²,

Naveen³

2020

IJFCM

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In India, firearm injury is a global issue and causes significant hazards. Firearms and their use are modifiable risk factors which could help reduce the burden of violent death if recognized and addressed. Materials and Methods: Hospital-based Descriptive Retrospective Research was conducted at the Department of Forensic Medicine S.M.S. Medical College, Jaipur during the period from May 2014 to October 2015. Results: Firearm crime has a burden of 0.49 per cent (115 cases). Males (9:1) outnumber females. Majority of victims were in the age group of the second and third decades. Incidence in female, literate, and rural communities is higher. The most common manner of death was homicides. Discussion: Property disputes, revenge, and robbery are common factors that underlie these. It takes educational efforts, individual and community approaches to mitigate firearm injuries. The epidemiological reviews contained in this research will enhance our understanding of different forms of firearm injuries, inform interventions and assist in charting directions for future research.

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Medico-legal trends of firearm injuries

Solanki¹,

Dutta²,

Naveen³

2020

IJFCM

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“…Tratando-se das regiões anatômicas mais atingidas nos casos de homicídio por arma de fogo, houve destaque na região da cabeça e pescoço, independente da forma como ocorreu a morte a posteriori. Já dentre os orifícios de saída a região mais prevalente foi a região cervical, seguida da região torácica posterior com e por último a pelve e extremidades inferiores (TOYGAR M, et al, 2013). Achados nas necropsias de 1390 corpos em decomposição de vítimas de morte por ação violenta ou suspeita em um estudo realizado pelo Departamento de Medicina Legal da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade Adnan Menderes nos anos de 2004 a 2008, constataram que os homicídios ocupavam o 4º lugar no ranking dos tipos de morte dentre as mortes de causa natural, autoextermínio, homicídio e acidentes (EREL Ö, et al, 2011).…”

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Perfil epidemiológico e caracterização das lesões em vítimas de homicídios: revisão narrativa

Cruz¹,

Freitas

Souza

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Objetivo: Organizar os estudos médico-legais nacionais e internacionais sobre a epidemiologia e caracterização das lesões em vítimas de homicídios, com o intuito de conhecer os dados epidemiológicos já registrados sobre o tema. Revisão bibliográfica: Indivíduos do sexo masculino de 20 a 40 anos foram a maioria das vítimas de homicídios. Condições socioeconômicas são um importante fator de risco para os homicídios. Estudos brasileiros constataram que 76,4% dos indivíduos assassinados eram economicamente ativos e 78,1% possuíam o segundo grau de escolaridade completo. A maioria das vítimas residiam em áreas urbanas. Existe relação entre áreas de baixa qualidade de vida e violência urbana. Tratando-se das regiões anatômicas mais atingidas nos casos de homicídio por arma de fogo, houve destaque na região da cabeça, pescoço e peito. A análise dos achados toxicológicos das vítimas de constataram que as substâncias mais prevalentes foram álcool, seguido de narcóticos, cannabis e opiáceos. As características das lesões variam em cada estudo, entretanto também apresentam características que podem ser generalizadas. Considerações finais: Os números deste estudo podem servir de referência para a detecção e enfrentamento de questões de segurança pública. Foi dada como indiscutível a relevância de estudos deste cunho na atual realidade nacional.

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“…Firearms were a factor in 0.3% of deaths in Turkey in 2008, and like other nations, this is currently a significant public health issue [ 11 ]. According to studies conducted by the University of Sydney's International Gun Policy Facts research team, the Saudi Arabian population is estimated to own 35.0 private firearms for every 100 people.…”

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Scenario of Firearm Injury in Saudi Arabia: A Comparative Review

Ghaffar

2024

Cureus

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The global concern regarding the involvement of firearms in acts of violence, criminal activities, and terrorism has escalated, emerging as a leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), with its rich cultural history, presents a unique backdrop characterized by diversity and distinctiveness. Recognizing the significance of addressing this issue within diverse demographics, we have undertaken a study to establish a database of firearm injury cases. This review is rooted in analyzing all published articles on firearm injuries in the KSA over the past three decades. The literature encompasses a substantial number of studies with diverse objectives, covering a range of parameters, including the types of cases (homicide, suicide, and accidental), the weaponry involved, the location of gunshot wounds, victim demographics (such as age), the timing of gunshot-related fatalities, and more. Studies consistently indicate that the lower extremities are the most frequently affected body regions, followed by the upper extremities and chest. This information will be a scientific, evidence-based resource to educate the public about firearm-related risks. In addition, it will aid in planning appropriate interventions and formulating stricter laws to regulate the issuance of firearm licenses and impose severe penalties for carrying firearms in public spaces. The ultimate goal is to prevent the loss of life and mitigate the lifelong disabilities resulting from firearm-related incidents.

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An Analysis of Firearms-Related Deaths Between 1993-2010: A Retrospective Study

Cited by 6 publications

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Medico-legal trends of firearm injuries

Medico-legal trends of firearm injuries

Perfil epidemiológico e caracterização das lesões em vítimas de homicídios: revisão narrativa

Scenario of Firearm Injury in Saudi Arabia: A Comparative Review

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