Hemopneumothorax Following Penetrating Thoracic Gunshot Wound

Abstract

In a nation such as Indonesia, characterized by rigorous regulations that prohibit the acquisition, sale, possession, or storage of firearms, the incidence of fatalities attributable to firearms is relatively rare. To lawfully possess a firearm, an individual is required to obtain a valid license. Analyzing the unique characteristics of firearm injuries can facilitate the identification of the specific type of firearm employed, the distance from which the shot was discharged, the orientation of the victim at the time of the incident, and whether the cause of death was deliberate, self-inflicted, or accidental. Gunshot injuries demand careful scrutiny by the attending medical professional, as the intrinsic irregularities can significantly contribute to the investigative process and the reconstruction of the event. This research represents a pioneering effort in Merangin Regency, Jambi Province, Indonesia, aimed at examining autopsy findings and investigating firearm-related injuries. This case not only aspires to deepen the comprehension of firearm-related injuries within a localized framework but also seeks to provide a medicolegal analysis of these findings.