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
Tardieu spots are a feature of which of the following forms of death? 
Select and explain. 
A. Cyanide poisoning, B. Mechanical asphyxia, C. Cobra bite, D. Organophosphate poisoning
B: Mechanical asphyxia
Answer: B: Mechanical asphyxia 
Explanation: Tardieu spots or petechial haemorrhages are pinhead size bleeding spots occurring as a result of rupture of venules and are most commonly seen in sclera, conjunctiva or on serous membranes. It is seen in case of mechanical asphyxia. Ref: Textbook of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology By V.V Pillay, 15th Edition, Page 275