post-mortem examination

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An inquest held in November 2024 could not establish a cause of death, despite a post-mortem examination, an examination of the scene and a review of the child's and family's medical history.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

A post-mortem examination proved "inconclusive," but pathologists said the injuries on his body were "too minor" to have resulted in his death.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

On Friday, the coroner said she had requested a post-mortem examination of both men and was awaiting a cause of death.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

A post-mortem examination will take place on Sunday.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

A post-mortem examination revealed a complete wasting away of the bone marrow.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson