TY - JOUR PY - 2005// TI - The evaluation of sexual abuse in children JO - Pediatrics A1 - Kellogg, Nancy SP - 506 EP - 512 VL - 116 IS - 2 N2 - This clinical report serves to update the statement titled "Guidelines for the Evaluation of Sexual Abuse of Children," which was first published in 1991 and revised in 1999. The medical assessment of suspected sexual abuse is outlined with respect to obtaining a history, physical examination, and appropriate laboratory data. The role of the physician may include determining the need to report sexual abuse; assessment of the physical, emotional, and behavioral consequences of sexual abuse; and coordination with other professionals to provide comprehensive treatment and follow-up of victims.
Language: en
LA - en SN - 0031-4005 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1542/peds.2005-1336 ID - ref1 ER -