TY - JOUR PY - 2008// TI - Genital trauma in children and adolescents JO - Clinical obstetrics and gynecology A1 - Merritt, Diane F. SP - 237 EP - 248 VL - 51 IS - 2 N2 - Traumatic wounds of the female genitalia include accidental straddle injuries or impalement, chemical or thermal burns, insufflation injuries, blunt trauma, or crush injuries. Children and adolescents may be victims of rape, sexual abuse, and female genital mutilation. Information is provided on epidemiology, pathophysiology, and management. Treatment guidelines are offered using the best evidence available, and recommendations are provided when data are limited.

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LA - en SN - 0009-9201 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/GRF.0b013e31816d223c ID - ref1 ER -