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Review
. 2017 Sep;85(3):155-158.
doi: 10.1177/0025817216688852. Epub 2017 Jan 24.

Rare gripping object in electrocution: Cadaveric spasm at its best

Mohit Chauhan  1 , C Behera  1 , Jatin Bodwal  1 , P C Dikshit  1
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Review

Rare gripping object in electrocution: Cadaveric spasm at its best

Mohit Chauhan et al. Med Leg J. 2017 Sep.

Abstract

Cadaveric spasm causes instantaneous rigor without preceding post-mortem flaccidity. The precise pathophysiological basis of this phenomenon is still unknown. We report a case of accidental electrocution where the deceased was found dead with a metallic water supply pipe of a motor booster pump firmly gripped in his hand. In this report, we review the literature and consider the mechanisms that may cause this phenomenon.

Keywords: Cadaveric spasm; electrocution; rigid grip of object.

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