@article{MAKHILLRJMS2024181231809,
    title = {Epidemiological and Forensic Analysis of Hanging Cases in Kamrup, Assam: A Retrospective Study},
    journal = {Research Journal of Medical Sciences},
    volume = {18},
    number = {12},
    pages = {839-843},
    year = {2024},
    issn = {1815-9346},
    doi = {makrjms.2024.12.839.843},
    url = {https://makhillpublications.co/view-article.php?issn=1815-9346&doi=makrjms.2024.12.839.843},
    author = {Pinki,Priyadarshini,Partha,Bhumija,Rajappan,Rishav and},
    keywords = {Hanging, stressor, Suicidal Hanging, standardized forensic report},
    abstract = {Hanging is one of the most prevalent methods of suicide globally,
particular lyinlow and middle‐income countries due to its accessibility,
lethality and minimal requirement for preparation. Psychiatric illnesses,
financials tress and inter personal conflicts emerged as prominent
contributing factors.This retrospective study analyzes 200 hanging cases
from Kamrup, Assam, brought formed ico‐legal autopsy to the
Department of Forensic Medicine, Gauhati Medical College and Hospital
(GMCH). Identify high‐risk groups, assess forensic consistency, and inform
suicide prevention strategies in Assam.We examined 200 cases of
hanging, collected data and statistically analysed them according to
variables alike age distribution, sex distribution, domicile distribution,
cause of death, and internal findings to elucidate patterns of suicidal
hanging. Males predominated (75.5%), with a mean age of 34.3 years.
Asphyxia Was The Primary Cause Of Death (94.5%), supported by
universal brain and lung congestion. Urban and rural areas showed
balanced prevalence (50.0%vs. 48.6%). Findings highlight the need for
targeted mental health interventions for young adult males and
adolescents, standardized for ensicreporting, and environmental control
storeduce ligature point access.}
    }