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Mind the Neck: Particular Patterns of Suicide in the Cervical Region

Gentian Vyshka, Blerim Peli, Elton Serani, Ilir Deçolli

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Journal of Clinical Forensic Sciences 01(02):p 105-107, July-Dec 2023. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/jcfs.3107.6874.1223.6

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Bledar Xhemali, Blerim Peli, Elton Serani, et al./Mind the Neck: Particular Patterns of Suicide in the Cervical Region. Jr of Clin Forensic Sci. 2023;1(2):105–107.

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Received : June 28, 2023         Accepted : August 05, 2023          Published : December 30, 2023

Abstract

There is an impressive diversity on suicidal methods, and reports of rare cases are numerous. The authors present here two cases with self-inflicted lethal wound to the neck. The cervical region and its structures are highly susceptible to life-threatening injuries, and hanging is a notorious method of suicide.However, the cases presented here are unusual due to some factors. The first one used an elastic thread that served as a tourniquet when wrapped around the neck. The second one selfinflicted a deep wound cutting through the right carotid artery, jugular vein and paratracheal structures, with several hesitating marks being visible as well.

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All authors contributed significantly to the work and approve its publication.

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This article does not involve any human or animal subjects, and therefore does not require ethics approval.

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We would like to express our gratitude to the patients, their families, and all those who have contributed to this study.

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Bledar Xhemali, Blerim Peli, Elton Serani, et al./Mind the Neck: Particular Patterns of Suicide in the Cervical Region. Jr of Clin Forensic Sci. 2023;1(2):105–107.

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Received Accepted Published
June 28, 2023 August 05, 2023 December 30, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/jcfs.3107.6874.1223.6

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