This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Injury resembling endotracheal intubation injuries ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Smothering, B. Hanging, C. Manual strangulation, D. None of the above
C: Manual strangulation
Answer: C: Manual strangulation 
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Manual strangulation Aefacts introduced between death and autopsy due to introduction of aificial airway - endotracheal tube/ laryngoscope: Damage to mouth, lips, gums, palate, teeth, pharynx and larynx - especially in difficult, hurried, emergency situations. Injuries to the larynx, fracture of the hyoid and thyroid corneae - may be difficult to distinguish from manual strangulation.