Deptt. of Forensic Medicine, V.C.M.S. & G.T.B. Hospital, Dilshad Garden, Delhi-110095, India.
Aluminium phosphide is one of the commonest poisons used for suicides in northern parts of India. A study has been conducted on the cases of aluminium phosphide poisoning brought for autopsy at the mortuary of U.C.M.S. & G.T.B. Hospital, Delhi. It was observed that males are commonly involved than females. Incidence is more common during 3rd decade of life and is rarely used for homicidal purposes.
Aluminium phosphide, Deaths, Poisoning, Age, Sex
