Gerichtliche Leichen-Oeffnungen. Zweites Hundert. by Johann Ludwig Casper

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Gerichtliche Leichen-Oeffnungen, Zweites Hundert by Johann Ludwig Casper is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work presents a detailed collection of autopsies and judicial examinations, focusing on various death cases and the medical examinations pertinent to them. It appears to delve into the forensic practices of the time, particularly as they relate to securing evidence in criminal cases and understanding causes of death. The opening of the text serves as a preface where Casper introduces the second century of judicial autopsies, emphasizing its richness in content compared to the first volume. He notes significant legal reforms affecting the practice of forensic medicine and the implications of these changes on the conduct of autopsies, particularly concerning questions of lethality and the accuracy of medical findings. The author aims to retain a meticulous structure similar to his previous works, ensuring the accessibility of information through an organized index, as he outlines the various cases that will be reviewed in detail throughout the publication. (This is an automatically generated summary.)