A joint team of the Nigeria Police Force and health
officials exhumed the late musician Ilerioluwa Aloba, commonly known as Mohbad.
According to the Lagos State Police Command, an autopsy on Mohbad’s remains
will begin soon. The authorities have also detained the nurse who gave the
deceased singer an injection before he died on September 12.
Here are some key points about an autopsy:
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External Examination: It begins with a detailed external
examination of the body, recording physical characteristics, measurements, and
weight.
Internal Examination: The body is opened, usually through a ‘Y’ incision, to
expose internal organs such as the heart, lungs, liver, and more.
Viewing Internal Organs: The ribs may be sawn off to fully expose the internal
organs, which are examined.
Removing Organs: The organs, including the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, and
spleen, are typically removed as one block and dissected on the autopsy table.
Samples are collected for further microscopic examination.
Removing the Brain: The brain is removed through an incision in the scalp,
examined, and either cut fresh or preserved in a formalin solution.
Examining Organs: Organs are weighed, intestines drained, and stomach contents
examined.
Returning Organs: Organs are usually returned to the
body, except for small tissue samples. The family is consulted about the
disposition of retained specimens.
Sewing Up the Body: After the examination is complete, the body is stitched
closed.
This detailed examination helps determine the cause of
death.
