This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Asphyxia, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Hyoid bone fracture does not occur in 
Select and explain. 
A. Hanging, B. Strangulation, C. Throttling, D. Choking
D: Choking
Answer: D: Choking 
Explanation: Choking is a form of asphyxia caused by obstruction within the air-passages. There is no involvement of hyoid bone or its fracture since it is occuring within the airway. Ref: The synopsis of forensic medicine & Toxicology 28th edition pg: 189