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Which is not diagnostic of antemoem drowning?

A
Water in the small intestine
B
Emphysema aquosum
C
Mud in the upper airways
D
Haemorrhage in the middle ear
High-Yield Explanation
SIGNS OF ANTEMOEM DROWNING External findings: Cadaveric spasm holding grass, gravel and sand in hand Fine, white lathery froth in mouth & nose. Internal findings Presence of froth mixed with sand paicles in the trachea & bronchi (paicularly in the lower airways) Mud in the upper airway alone may be seen in post-moem drowning as well. Presence of water in stomach & small intestine Presence of water and hemorrhage in middle ear Non specific signs: Cutis anserina Washerwoman's hands

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