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01-06-2014 | Commentary

“Shaken baby syndrome” and forensic pathology

Authors: Irene Scheimberg, Julie Mack

Published in: Forensic Science, Medicine and Pathology | Issue 2/2014

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The concept of shaking baby syndrome (SBS) and the “triad” of encephalopathy, subdural hemorrhage (SDH), and retinal hemorrhage (RH) have become, as Dr. Byard [1] states, a hotly debated topic. SBS has come under increased scrutiny as our understanding of the mechanisms underlying the physiologic responses of neonates and infants continues to evolve. …

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Title: “Shaken baby syndrome” and forensic pathology
Authors: Irene Scheimberg
Julie Mack
Publication date: 01-06-2014
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Forensic Science, Medicine and Pathology / Issue 2/2014
Print ISSN: 1547-769X
Electronic ISSN: 1556-2891
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12024-013-9527-2

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