Anoxia y sus formas clínicas

Abstract

Anoxia is defined as the near-total absence of oxygen in the tissues or organs of the human body, which can have various causes or origins. One of the most common causes is drowning, with figures exceeding 200,000 each year. Similarly, asphyxiation by hanging and strangulation also occurs, which helps to differentiate depending on the signs found for proper proceedings in the field of legal and forensic medicine. Objective: To analyze the concept of anoxia and its various forms, in order to differentiate each type according to its etiology and characteristics, through an exhaustive review of the current literature. Materials and Methods: A review of scientific articles from the last 5 years was conducted using ScienceDirect, PubMed, and Google Scholar. Conclusion: Anoxia is a condition that can vary greatly depending on its origin. Each of the forms it can take may lead to a different diagnosis and management of the situation, whether it is to manage a pathological state that the patient is experiencing or to assist forensic medicine in identifying the cause of death of an individual.