DEATHS DUE TO BULL ATTACK IN ARTVIN: CASE SERIES

Authors : Abdulkadir Sancı, Burak Kaya

Pages : 95-98

Doi:10.33706/jemcr.1681042

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Publication Date : 2025-09-30

Article Type : Other Papers

Abstract :Aggressive and unpredictable behaviors of livestock, particularly bulls, present a significant risk of injury and death to farmers involved in animal husbandry. Given the cultural importance of bull breeding in Artvin, analyzing and evaluating the injuries that occur in this context is crucial. This study aims to present cases of bull-related injuries resulting in autopsy in Artvin, highlighting fatal injuries that may occur during animal handling. We retrospectively analyzed cases of individuals who died due to attacks by the cattle they raised among the autopsies performed at the Artvin Forensic Medicine Branch Directorate between 2016 and 2024. Four cases were identified where individuals succumbed to attacks by the bulls. In the autopsies, three of these cases exhibited fractures of the sternum, ribs, and spine, along with internal organ injuries. One individual died from head trauma and cerebral hemorrhage caused by a bull kick. For those engaged in bull breeding, the physical strength and behavioral responses of the animals can lead to head trauma, internal organ damage, and multiple bone fractures. Therefore, the use of protective equipment and its widespread adoption among all workers is essential for ensuring the safety of individuals involved in animal husbandry.
Keywords : Boğa, Ölümcül Yaralanma, Otopsi

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