With a Paper Autopsy, the body of the deceased is not examined. The pathologist will use all available medical information (like medical history, records, and hospital files) and may consult with the attending clinicians.
Informed consent is needed for access to the medical information of the deceased.
This type of autopsy provides limited answers, but is most appropriate in cases where a complete or limited autopsy is not a viable option, or where the quality of the medical management and decision making needs to be assessed.
A confidential and comprehensive Opinion Report will be provided to the Requesting Authority.
Biopsies and sampling of biological tissues and fluids can be done for specific indications. A pathologist will appropriately sample the appropriate tissue or fluid.
Informed consent is needed from the person who provides the sample, or from the family in cases where sampling needs to be done on deceased persons.
A Chain-of-evidence Report will be provided to the Requesting Authority.
A forensic pathologist can give webinar/CPD presentations on various topics in forensic pathology and medical ethics.
This includes presentations or discussions on the following topics (not exclusive):
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