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Thanatopraxis (Body Preparation)

Professional temporary conservation and aesthetic treatment for a dignified viewing.

What it is

Thanatopraxis is a specialized technical procedure for temporary body conservation and aesthetic presentation, carried out by qualified professionals to ensure a dignified visual farewell during the wake.

When it is needed

When the interval between death and the ceremony exceeds 24 hours.
When repatriation or transfer of the body is planned.
When the family wishes for an open-casket viewing.
When environmental or climate conditions require additional conservation treatment.

How it works

1.Request the procedure through the responsible funeral agency.
2.Certified technician performs the conservation and aesthetic treatment.
3.The body is dressed and presented according to family instructions.
4.Body made available throughout the entire wake period.
5.Final adjustments made before the funeral ceremony begins.

Main cost factors

Degree of complexity of the treatment required.
Time elapsed between death and the ceremony date.
Additional requirements for repatriation situations.
Supplementary aesthetic procedures requested by the family.

Quick checklist

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Need confirmed with the funeral agency.
Clothing and accessories for the deceased selected.
Any religious requirements communicated.
Wake and ceremony schedule confirmed.
Final body presentation reviewed.

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