Elephantiasis in the Netherlands, a rare finding and a reason to perform an autopsy
Introduction: Elephantiasis is endemic around the equator. In Western countries the phenomenon is extremely rare. Case description: A Dutch 41-year-old severely obese male was found dead in his home. During the external examination, an extensive skin infection was seen on both lower legs. The man wa...
Main Authors: | H. Tamara Gelderman, Jos Bart, Wilma L.J.M. Duijst |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2020-12-01
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Series: | Forensic Science International: Reports |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2665910720300025 |
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