Forensic Radiology: Imaging For Justice And Investigation
*Corresponding Author: Dr. Helena Costa, Department of Forensic Imaging, University of Coimbra, Portugal, Email: h.costa@forensicrad.ptReceived Date: Jul 01, 2025 / Published Date: Jul 29, 2025
Citation: Costa DH (2025) Forensic Radiology: Imaging For Justice And Investigation. J Radiol 14: 712.DOI: 10.4172/2167-7964.1000712
Copyright: © 2025 Dr. Helena Costa This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited
Abstract
Forensic radiology employs advanced imaging techniques like CT and MRI for victim identification, injury assessment, and cause of death determination. It is crucial in challenging cases involving decomposed remains or mass fatalities. Techniques such as postmortem CT (PMCT) and MRI offer non-invasive, detailed analysis of skeletal and soft tissues, aiding in trauma documentation and pathology identification. Digital radiography and X-rays are fundamental for skeletal analysis, while 3D printing provides tangible evidence. Emerging AI applications promise to enhance diagnostic accuracy and efficiency in this evolving field.
