According to the Daily Mail, the modern embalming process — which needs to transpire 36 hours after death and lasts several hours — specifically involves draining the body of blood and pumping ...

A relative of the man stated that he had gotten high on embalming fluid. It was a first time occurrence, allegedly. Best of luck to him.

The embalming of Pope Pius XII back in 195 remains historical after his body decayed after the then papal physician Riccardo Galeazzi-Lisi failed to remove his body organs.

A typical embalming process at that time would involve removing organs from the body and, in the pope's case, preserving them in jars.

Besides for lying-in-state, temporary embalming is used for funeral wakes, body repatriations and niche burials to offset possible spillage and gas releases caused by decomposition, Fantozzi said.

The comprehensive study of cadaveric anatomy and embalming techniques underpins critical advancements in medical education, surgical training, forensic investigations and biomechanics research.

In light of Pope Francis’ death on April 21, Catholic authorities are preparing the much-anticipated process to decide upon his successor. However, many people are wondering about a more burning ...

Pope Pius XII's unusual embalming process led to a horrifying scene that traumatized mourners and the Catholic Church.