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Child Abuse and Its Mimics in Skin and Bone
Contributor(s): Brogdon, B. G. (Author), Shwayder, Tor (Author), Elifritz, Jamie (Author)
ISBN: 1439855358     ISBN-13: 9781439855355
Publisher: CRC Press
OUR PRICE:   $190.00  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: September 2012
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BISAC Categories:
- Law | Forensic Science
- Medical | Radiology, Radiotherapy & Nuclear Medicine
Dewey: 616.858
LCCN: 2012026283
Physical Information: 216 pages
 
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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.