Publications by authors named "Eeva Puittinen"
J Forensic Leg Med
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Physical restraint is often used to manage violent situations, and various factors contribute to aggressive behavior, which can be identified through medical records or forensic autopsies.
- This study reviewed 21,036 forensic autopsy cases from Southern Finland (2010-2015) and found 12 instances (0.06%) where physical restraint was used before death, highlighting the involvement of police and civilians in these incidents.
- Civilians were more likely to be associated with death resulting from restraint, potentially due to a lack of training in safe methods and the influence of alcohol, which poses additional risks for both aggressive behavior and fatal outcomes.
