Abstract
Objective: In this study, it was aimed to review postmortem changes in deaths caused by carbon monoxide poisoning.
Result and Discussion: It has been stated that the most characteristic feature of carbon monoxide poisoning is that it causes a specific red color of the skin surface. In general, it occurs when COHb concentrations exceed 30%. Autopsy reveals blood, organs, and muscles with a cherry red color similar to the formation of COHb and COMb. There is also generalized organ obstruction and pulmonary edema. Symptoms and autopsy findings of CO poisoning emerge as non-specific. Therefore, detecting COHb in the blood is essential for diagnosing.CO exposure has been shown to be a contributing factor in deaths where% COHb is 10-50%. According to the sources we examined in this study, it has been observed that tissues such as muscle, blood, lung, brain, and kidney are the most appropriate tissues for the diagnosis of death due to exposure to fatal CO and can be used for this. Because of the seasonal use of stoves and the prevalence of influenza infections, patients who report these symptoms mostly in the winter months should be examined closely. It should be kept in mind that delayed diagnosis may result in death.