ABSTRACT
The aim of this paper was to present recent studies on sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and to give point of view on this subject in terms of forensic medicine. It is necessary to establish information and guidelines indicating the way for a solution. To that end, the quality of information for SIDS is explained in this review.
Keywords: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, Feticide, Forensic Medicine
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