Probably without such inspiration, I would not have undertaken such work. I gratefully acknowledge Prof Dr VV Pillay MD, DCL (Professor, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology and Chief, Department of Analytical Toxicology, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Cochin, Kerala) since he has been great source of inspiration to undertake this task.This is small way to express a deep sense of gratitude towards them. Rajesh Bardale E-mail: Īcknowledgments It is not possible to accomplish such enduring job without the help of innumerable people indeed many give the indispensable impulsion to proceed with the task. The suggestions and healthy criticism will be of immense help for future improvement of this book. I hope this book will serve the purpose and help students to learn the subject in easy way.
While preparing this textbook, I have consulted various textbooks and journals and I am indebted to these authors. Latest trends in management of poisoned patients have been included. A new chapter, Forensic Osteology, is added and aimed to cater theoretical and practical need of students. Keeping with contemporary period, recent advances are included. About 337 tables and about 638 photographs and flow charts are added for easy understanding and learning. For ease of students, conventional pattern has been modified whenever feasible and the contents are presented in point-wise manner. The book is primarily designed for undergraduates and presented in a simple and lucid language.
Preface It is with great pleasure that I am presenting the book, Principles of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology. Publisher: Jitendar P Vij Publishing Director: Tarun Duneja Editor: Richa Saxena Cover Design: Seema Dogra Principles of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology First Edition: 2011 ISBN 978-93-5025-493-6 Printed at:ĭedicated to My Wife Sheetal and Daughter Tanaya Where appropriate, the readers should consult with a specialist or contact the manufacturer of the drug or device. If not specifically stated, all figures and tables are courtesy of the authors.
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