THE SCOPE OF FORENSIC RADIOLOGY

The use of x-ray in the solution of forensic problems commenced within days of Rontgen's discovery; indeed, most of the applications of radi ology to the forensic sciences were accomplished or anticipated within the next two years. The scope of forensic radiology ranges widely and includes determination of identity, evaluation of injury and death, a pplications in both criminal and civil litigation and in administrativ e proceedings, detection of abuse, investigation of gunshot wounds, me dical education and research. Newer modalities and techniques afford o pportunity for the expansion of forensic radiology if problems of acce ssibility and cost can be resolved along with improvement in interdisc iplinary cooperation and understanding.