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Arizona Department of Health Services. [2010]. SIDS autopsy protocols. [Phoenix, AZ]: Arizona Department of Health Services, 3 pp.

Annotation: These protocols on conducting an autopsy for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) from the Arizona Department of Health Services consist of a list of physical factors to observe when conducting an external examination of a deceased infant. It lists specific parts of the anatomy to examine, as well as general appearances and development of the infant, and whether or not there is evidence of any therapeutic intervention or external injury. Observations checklists are provided under each of fifteen broad areas to be examined during the SIDS autopsy.

Contact: Arizona Department of Health Services, 150 North 18th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007-2670, Telephone: (602) 542-1025 Fax: (602) 542-0883 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.azdhs.gov/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Autopsy, Protocols, SIDS

National Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Resource Center. 2004. Responding to a sudden, unexpected infant death: The professional's role [rev. ed.]. Vienna, VA: National Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Resource Center, 4 pp.

Annotation: This fact sheet provides a brief overview of the various professionals involved when a sudden infant death occurs, as well as their responsibilities and how these professionals can help. Topics include those first on the scene, what happens at the hospital, why an autopsy is performed, the death scene investigation, and the impact on families and caregivers. A list of contacts, resources, and references is provided. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchlibrary.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Autopsy, Child death review, Infant death, Neonatal death, Resources for professionals, Risk factors, SIDS
   

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