- Paving way for incision-free post-mortems
Bhopal: Bhopal may soon be counted among the select cities in India where post-mortem examinations will be conducted without surgical incisions. A significant initiative has been taken to introduce virtual autopsy at AIIMS Bhopal, on the lines of advanced practices followed in Japan and other developed countries. This technology enables post-mortem examinations through advanced imaging, eliminating the need for conventional surgical procedures.
On Monday, the AIIMS Bhopal management formally presented the proposal before the Standing Finance Committee of the Government of India. The project has already received in-principle approval from the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and is now under consideration by the Ministry of Finance.
Funding likely soon
Member of Parliament Alok Sharma stated that the response from the committee has been encouraging and funding for the project is expected to be released soon. Once approved, AIIMS Bhopal will become the first hospital in Madhya Pradesh to offer virtual autopsy facilities.
Experts said that virtual autopsy generates strong digital evidence. High-resolution 3D images can clearly identify causes of death, such as vascular blockages, at multiple levels—from the whole body to the affected organ and specific vessel. These digital records can be preserved long-term and presented as credible evidence in courts. A study by NEIGRIHMS, Shillong, has shown up to 90 percent similarity between virtual and traditional autopsy results in hanging cases.
