Of all children reported to child protective services for
suspected maltreatment in any form, the percentage of substantiated
cases of actual physical abuse is quite small. There are a number
of dermatological or radiologically demonstrable musculoskeletal
lesions that have been, or could be mistaken for, intentional
physical abuse by the inexperienced or untrained observer.
Child Abuse and Its Mimics in Skin and Bone illustrates the
classic manifestations of physical abuse by dermatological and
radiological examination as a standard against which the mimickers
of physical abuse can be compared. Beginning with a historical
perspective on child abuse, the book explores manifestations of
superficial and musculoskeletal trauma in children. It examines
conditions often mistaken for child abuse, ranging from rubella to
leukemia and bowing deformities to vitamin A intoxication, as well
as a plethora of dermatological conditions that can mimic signs of
physical abuse.
Designed for a broad spectrum of individuals who may first
encounter a possibly abused child, the book presents hundreds of
photos many in color and examples collected by the authors over
their years of experience in their respective fields. Where
appropriate, the authors provide pertinent historical, physical,
and laboratory information in support of the diagnosis.
With the combined insight of top experts in forensic radiology
and dermatology, this volume enables clinicians and others
confronted with cases involving these conditions to avoid a rush to
judgment that could wreak havoc in a family and quite possibly
delay needed treatment for an actual medical condition.
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