Abrasion collar

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Abrasion Collar

Abrasion collar (pronunciation: /əˈbreɪʒən ˈkɒlər/) is a term used in forensic pathology to describe a specific pattern of abrasion seen around a gunshot wound.

Etymology

The term "abrasion collar" is derived from the English words "abrasion", meaning the process of scraping or wearing away, and "collar", referring to something that encircles or bestows. In the context of forensic pathology, it refers to the ring of abrasion that encircles a gunshot wound.

Definition

An abrasion collar is a ring of abraded skin that surrounds a gunshot wound of entrance. It is caused by the bullet scraping the skin as it penetrates, causing a rim of abrasion. The presence of an abrasion collar can help forensic pathologists determine the direction of the bullet's path.

Related Terms

  • Gunshot wound: An injury caused by a bullet or other projectile driven by rapidly expanding high-pressure gases produced by chemical reactions within a confined space.
  • Forensic pathology: A branch of pathology that deals with the investigation of deaths where there are medico-legal implications, such as suspected homicide or suicide.
  • Abrasion: An area damaged by scraping or wearing away.

See Also

References

  • DiMaio, V.J.M. (2001). Forensic Pathology, Second Edition. CRC Press. ISBN 978-0849300721.

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