FREQUENCY AND TYPES OF BODILY MEDICO-LEGAL INJURIES IN A RURAL AREA
Abstract
Background: The primary objective of the study was to know the types and frequency of thebodily medico legal injuries in a rural setup. Methods: Data was retrospectively collected by
selecting 55 cases consecutively. Data of injury types was analysed. Results: The number of
injured males in this study was 48 (87.3%) while the females were 7 (12.7%). The most common
type of injuries were shajja (45.9% among males and 71.4% among females). Conclusions: Our
study shows relatively true picture of frequency and types of injuries. It was observed that male
population is more prone to violence than females owing to the conservative life style of women
in our society.
Keywords: bodily medico-legal injuries, Shajja
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