In this Forensic Focus: Beyond the Scan segment, join Fabrice Dedouit, MD, PhD, HDR, Forensic Pathologist & Radiologist, as he explains how PMCT is applied in practice. Discover when CT imaging is prioritized, and how thoughtful case selection and trained personnel support both quality and efficiency in forensic investigations.
“While full-body CT is ideal, we follow clear guidelines to determine when it’s necessary. We perform CTs for all traumatic deaths, putrefied bodies, skeletal remains, charred bodies, and hangings. These cases make up nearly two-thirds of what we see. Even with our own CT scanner, balance is key—we perform about 3 scans and 4–5 autopsies per day. Our radiographers are only available for 1.5 hours daily, so we must prioritize. But it’s important that a radiographer performs the scan—they’re trained in CT, X-ray, and MRI, and it ensures better image quality and added value.”
– Fabrice Dedouit (CHU Toulouse)
