autopsy
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The heart failure caused him to suffer acute pulmonary oedema, when fluid builds up in the lungs, the preliminary autopsy confirmed.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
She requested a copy of the autopsy report, but it raised more questions than answers.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
Kidman and McEwen worked with real-life forensic pathologist Dr. Amy Hawes to learn about the autopsy process, as well as the motivations for becoming a medical examiner.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026
“How do you do an autopsy? What are you looking for? Why do you choose to become a medical examiner?”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026
“These are autopsy reports,” he said, opening the first book as the scent of mildew filled the room.
From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
Vocabulary lists containing autopsy
To Thine Own Self Be True: Auto
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Common Senses: Op, Ops, Opt ("Sight")
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