Association between postmortem computed tomography value of cerebrospinal fluid and time after death: A longitudinal study of antemortem and postmortem computed tomography

Fujimoto, Kotaro; Gonoi, Wataru; Ishida, Masanori; Okimoto, Naomasa; Nyunoya, Keisuke; Abé, Hiroyuki; Ushiku, Tetsuo; Abe, Osamu

doi:10.1016/j.jflm.2022.102461

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“…The CT value of cerebrospinal fluid is higher in postmortem images than in antemortem images, but the degree of change can vary depending on the cause of death, antemortem pathology, and environmental conditions. In addition, there is a positive correlation between the CT values of the cerebrospinal fluid and elapsed time after death [ 35 , 36 ].…”

Section: Ct Findings Of Normal Postmortem Changementioning

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Essence of postmortem computed tomography for in-hospital deaths: what clinical radiologists should know

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Postmortem computed tomography (CT) is an essential tool for investigating the causes of death. Postmortem CT has characteristic imaging findings and should not be interpreted in the same manner as clinical antemortem images. In analyzing the cause of death in in-hospital death cases using postmortem images, it is crucial to understand early postmortem and post-resuscitation changes. In addition, it is essential to understand the limitations of diagnosing the cause of death or significant pathology relating to death on non-contrast-enhanced postmortem CT. In Japan, there has also been social demand to establish a system for postmortem imaging at the time of death. To facilitate such a system, clinical radiologists should be prepared to interpret postmortem images and assess the cause of death. This review article provides comprehensive information regarding unenhanced postmortem CT for in-hospital death cases in daily clinical practice in Japan.

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Section: Ct Findings Of Normal Postmortem Changementioning

confidence: 99%