Publications by authors named "T Avsic Zupanc"
Skeletonized human remains from Second World War mass graves in Slovenia are a major challenge in genetic identification, and bones with a high DNA yield must be selected for successful identification. The goal of this study was to construct skeletal sampling strategy recommendations through comparison of the most appropriate groups of skeletal elements. Altogether, 566 bones and teeth from the same mass grave were compared, half analyzed in this study and half in previous studies performed by our group.
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- - Venous air embolism is a serious condition caused by air entering the bloodstream, often due to trauma or medical procedures, which can lead to life-threatening complications in the lungs and heart.
- - A case study describes a 34-year-old woman with a head injury from an altercation; despite initial medical treatment resistance due to intoxication, she was later found to have air embolism related to a vein injury and underlying liver disease.
- - The incident highlights the critical need for prompt medical attention for head injuries, especially in individuals with substance abuse issues and pre-existing health problems, to prevent fatal outcomes from complications like air embolism.
Identification of human remains is a challenge in forensic genetics without relatives or personal items available. In Slovenia, a Konfin II mass grave from the Second World War (WWII) was found, containing skeletal remains of 65 victims. The archival documents detailing victims' information describe 45 persons of which 33 could be considered Germanic and 12 Slavic.
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- A 56-year-old Slovenian woman died tragically from a stray firework injury during a New Year's Eve celebration in January 2024, struck in the eye by a firework launched by a relative.
- Immediate medical efforts were unable to save her, as she suffered severe cranial and cerebral trauma, with an autopsy revealing extensive damage including fractures and a penetrating brain injury.
- The case highlights the serious risks associated with fireworks and presents forensic challenges since the firework was removed from the scene before emergency services arrived, complicating the investigation of the incident.