Which of the following finding is MOST compatible with sudden rhythm disturbance and cessation of the action of the hea?: (A) Light lung ( 300 gm), (B) Heavy lung (450 - 500 gm), (C) Both, (D) None
Answer is A. The light lungs are more compatible with sudden rhythm disturbance and cessation of action of hea. The heavier lung (450 - 500 gms or more) indicates cessation of respiration with continuation of the hea beat for several minutes. Ref: Textbook of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology by Narayan Reddy, Edition 21, Page - 115.