Paltauf's hemorrhage may be seen in:
Ans. a (Drowning)In drowning, fluid actually penetrates alveolar wall to enter tissues & the blood vessels.The alveolar wall may rupture due to increased pressure during the forced expiration & produce hemorrhage which when presents subpleurally is called Paltauf 's haemorrhage.Paltauf's haemorrhages are shining, pale bluish red, & may be minute or 3 to 5 cm in diameter.
Drowning.
Hanging
Snake bite
Rape
Asphyxial Deaths