Fatal anoxia due to rachacha consumption: Two cases reported
Highlights • Rachacha is a homemade paste obtained by decocting poppy heads. • We are presenting two cases of death after rachacha and alcohol ingestion. • Signs compatible with anoxia were observed during the autopsy. • Toxicological analysis showed morphine, codeine and alcohol in blood.
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Published in | Forensic science international Vol. 245; pp. e1 - e5 |
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Main Authors | , , , , , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
Published |
Ireland
Elsevier Ireland Ltd
01.12.2014
Elsevier Limited |
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Summary: | Highlights • Rachacha is a homemade paste obtained by decocting poppy heads. • We are presenting two cases of death after rachacha and alcohol ingestion. • Signs compatible with anoxia were observed during the autopsy. • Toxicological analysis showed morphine, codeine and alcohol in blood. |
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ISSN: | 0379-0738 1872-6283 |
DOI: | 10.1016/j.forsciint.2014.09.010 |