Accidental death or sudden death syndrome
Article discussing difficulties separating certain accidental deaths from SIDS and the importance of formal death scene evaluation and meticulous autopsy of all cases of unexpected infant death. Suggest further investigation of role of bedding and bedclothes in fatal cases. All cots should comply with official standards, mattresses should fit properly, no exposed bolts and screws. Further disseminate the dangers of prone sleeping in infants.
Record #:
2424
Date:
1995
Format:
Journal Article
Author:
Beal, S.M.;Byard, R.W.
Corp:
Adelaide Children's Hospital, South Australia
Source:
Paediatric Child Health
Citation:
31(4)aug95
Issue pages:
269-271
Keywords:
SIDS;SUDDEN INFANT DEATH SYNDROME;COT DEATH
Identity:
AUS
Location:
f
Class:
E700
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